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Daniel’s friends were hilarious. Between Slade’s dog, Howler, barking loudly at everyone when they walked in to the affectionate ribbing they all gave each other, it was clear to Ashleigh that Daniel built a good life for himself.
She was happy for him. A part of her was a little jealous, but she was happy for him. She wanted him to have everything he wanted. He talked about doing good in the world and having a family of his own. She always thought he would have been an amazing father, but the idea of Daniel having kids with someone else hurt more than she was ready to admit.
“So, Ashleigh, tell us about Dunn in college,” Archer said. “Did he always have a stick up his a*s?”
Everyone laughed, and Daniel flipped Archer off.
Ashleigh shook her head. “I’m pretty sure that’s something
