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Chapter 65
Chapter 65.
Rose POV.
After having a light lunch, I left my company after giving instructions on what to do to Stella and the secretary though I knew that this was probably unnecessary as they were already aware of what needed to be done.
That's one of the many benefits of Dealing with Smarties.
I soon got to my husband's Company in my car, my driver was the one driving actually since I am not allowed to drive ever since I got pregnant.
I don't know how driving affects pregnancy but as always I couldn't win against Daniel.
As soon as I got there, My husband's assistant came to pick me up and we went into the private elevator together.
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" I heard that you are getting engaged next month, Patrick. "
" Yes, Ma'am. "
" Oh, so how are the Preparations going? "
" Th
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