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Chapter 20

Author: Grace Aden
last update Last Updated: 2024-06-09 20:23:24
Jasmine’s POV

As I watched Gabriel walk out the door, a knot formed in my chest, like my heart was being ripped apart into two.

I didn't realize I had such strong feelings for him until now. I thought I had kept them buried in the past, where he belonged.

But seeing him confess to investigating me shattered my heart. My heart tugged, and I couldn't hold back the tears. I cried until I had no strength left.

I finally stood up, made my way to the kitchen, and grabbed a bowl of ice cream. I collapsed onto the couch, surfing through channels, but my mind kept drifting back to Gabriel's betrayal.

Today had been a rollercoaster of emotions - from a harmless lunch to Lily's shocking claim, to Maxwell's citation, which turned out to be true.

But the highlight was my promotion at work. Ava's angry face flashed before me, and I felt a pang of regret for losing my temper. I was grateful I had composed myself.

I scooped the ice cream into my mouth, but tears continued streaming down my face. I
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