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CHAPTER 44 LAUREN MOSS It became clear that there’s a tension between us, a somewhat forbidden one. The entire ride feels like a test. Coming with him was not the right choice. I cannot afford to make any more stupid mistakes, especially ones that aren’t even reciprocated and could get me kicked out... Get a grip, Lauren. I feel his eyes on mine the moment he finally ends the call after a long while. And it’s the appearance of someone who knows exactly the effect he has on people, to my misfortune. “Do you need water, Moss?” Why? Would it kill him to stay quiet? Would it? Why did he have to speak like that? “No,” I answer, my face flushing, and he smiles while parking the car in front of the red carpet. God help me! He gets out, and I try to pull myself together just a little
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