Chapter 22: I'll Fight For Us

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[DAMON] What the f**k? I turned to Nicki, my eyes narrowing. But she barely met my gaze before looking away. Daphne stayed quiet, and I noticed how everyone at the table turned to her, almost like they were expecting her to respond to what Nicki had just said. She cleared her throat, her voice calm but firm. "Well, that depends on whether the new date fits into my schedule. I have other brides on my list, remember?" Leah reached across the table, placing a hand on Daphne’s arm. "Why not make an exception for your sister, dear? Family comes first." Daphne set down the glass in her hand a little too hard. I could see how tightly she was holding herself together. "Mum, this is my business. I can’t let family ties interfere with it. Imagine if she picks a date that clashes with another c

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