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Chapter 23: Daddy Jitters

Author: GuemByoel
last update publish date: 2026-05-29 11:24:32

Elijah Theodore Martinez

“What’s going on? Why does it feel like you suddenly called a meeting, Theo?” Rashid asked curiously as he noticed Anton, Rickson, and Khalid entering the bar together, heading toward our table.

I downed the glass of alcohol in front of me before turning back to face my friend. “Nothing. I just wanted to hang out with you guys. It’s been a while since the whole crew was complete,” I replied simply, though I could tell he didn’t buy it.

“Yeah, right. We’ve been friends
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