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Chapter 35
The next day was pretty much all just painting. I took a break when Vlad let a woman in. She seemed shocked to see me but quickly went about her business I decided to take some tea to the balcony. It really was nice. Taking breakfast out here seemed like a good idea.
My phone rang and I picked it up. “Marek.”
“I’m sorry. I should have warned you Victoria was coming today. She comes every week.”
“Keenan warned me last night. It’s okay.”
He sighed. “Still, I apologize.”
“Apology accepted then.”
Marek snorted. “Do you need anything?”
I sipped my tea. Always straight to the point. Never how are you, just what do I need. “I’m fine. I have your information if I do.”
“Right.” There was a long pause. “I should be back Saturday.”
I hummed. “That’s fine. Is there something you would like me to p
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