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CHAPTER 30 WEDDED AT LAST
Rain’s 1 week leave did not give him more time to spend with Ami as he had been busy contacting his mother for the documents they needed at the embassy. He and Ami just connected via video chat in the evenings before they both go to sleep. He wanted to go to Al Reef and see her personally but he knew Ami has a lot to do before she finally leaves the Sheikha’s employ and lives with him. That is the consolation he kept looking forward to.
“My darling Ami, how was your day? I missed you terribly today.” He touched the screen like he could touch her.
“I miss you too, my love. Hey, can we use that to address each other? “Ami gave him her most adorable puppy eyes.
“Sure, my love. I like that, no I love you, my love. This separation is drivi
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