Thorn

I couldn’t explain the joy that flooded my heart when Seraphina gave that response, and I almost leaped up with excitement, but I didn’t want to show that in her presence.

Seraphina was smart; she might decode something.

“Thank you, Seraphina,” I told her, and I meant it. “As soon as I get the job and I get secured, I am going to let you go. The divorce will be easy and smooth for you, and I will ensure that it doesn’t affect you in the future,” I assured her some more.

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