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Coming here is my little way of earning Joshua’s forgiveness. He didn’t ask but I want his forgiveness.
I look out the window of his room to the garden with guests. My eyes follow the girls as they mingle with strange faces. They are happy to be here. They chatted nonstop on our way, bolted as soon as we got out of the car. I can’t say the same for me. And I dread every second until I have to face my parents.
Joshua’s hand settles on my shoulder, he offers me a glass of wine and I set it on the windowsill. He sits across from me and we watch together. We came in this morning. If the girls told my parents I am here with them, they are doing a great job of dodging me too. I smile at Joshua. Talking to him feels good. Better than therapy. I didn’t hold back anything but he hasn’t said a word since my outburst. No accusations.
“Do you forgive me?” I ask without tearing my gaze from the girls. They are danci
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Mrs Reluctant Billionaire Sixty-two
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Mrs Reluctant Billionaire Sixty-four (Part I)
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Mrs Reluctant Billionaire Sixty-five
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Mrs Reluctant Billionaire Sixty-six
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Mrs Reluctant Billionaire Sixty-seven
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