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Chapter 36
Jack paced back and forth in the room. He felt annoyed at everything that was happening, he was constantly being attacked, yet all he did was mind his own business. Jack stood by the window, noticing a car resembling Max's brothers. He knew if he were to bump into them again, he would probably kill. He picked up his phone and dialed Claire's number. She answered immediately.
"Jack, are you okay?"
"I'm fine. Sorry for disturbing you, but can I get Max's number?"
"You called me because you want Max's number. Why do you want his number?"
"I think I see his brothers outside my house, and I am not in the mood to put up with their shit again. I can't guarantee what might happen."
"Jack, calm down. It's not them. They are here by his place."
Jack went silent, “Okay, good.” Before she could say anything, he hung up.
She called him back, "Jack, did you just hang up on me?"
"No, Claire, we were done talking."
The do
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