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Chapter 81 ~ A piece of her mind

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“What do you mean he’s been avoiding you? My brother loves you, Scarlet.” Sky placed the bubble tea on the table as she joined Scarlet at their booked table.

“Yeah, and everyone knows that.” Jules pointed out.

“I mean the man did trap you with a contract to keep his eyes on you. That’s love.” Aria added when Sky rolled her eyes.

“That’s a crime, Aria. Not Love.”

“Speak for yourself, woman!” She argued right before Scarlet leaned back with a small smile on her face as she watched the three women who had now become a huge part of her life.

“I’m not doubting his love guys but I’m just feeling like we are drifting apart. Ever since-”

“Danielle came back?” Sky raised her eyebrow.

Scarlet sighed. “It’s been two months since they promised each other God knows what. I may sound jealous and honestly, I don’t care if I do but he doesn’t seem the same anymore. He always avoids me at work.”

“Because you’re both busy now. You’re now in charge of four huge fashion houses under Black, Scarlet.” Sk
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