Chapter 190

Olivia

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The past four weeks had been hectic, but we finally navigated the darkest storm. Alexander’s mother’s funeral was behind us, a poignant ceremony held in California.

Alexander tried to stop me from going there with him but I didn’t listen to him. I wanted to be there for him because I knew he needed me.

The weight of his grief was crushing and I needed to be there for him.

“Should I drop you off at Maya’s house?” Alexander’s gentle voice ...