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Chapter 66: Leonard vs. Sebastian

Author: Ahsa
last update publish date: 2026-05-22 09:12:06

Adele’s phone continued vibrating on the table.

Leonard’s name still glowed across the screen.

Meanwhile, Sebastian stood extremely close in front of her now.

His gaze was no longer as calm as usual.

“Choose now…” Sebastian repeated softly. “Are you going to answer it, or stay here with me?”

Adele studied him for a few seconds.

Then without saying much—

She walked past the table.

And declined Leonard’s call.

A faint change crossed Sebastian’s expression.

Meanwhile, Adele slowly stepped closer a
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