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Chapter 10 - Stressed
Author: Kieva
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The doorbell rang, its shrill sound cutting through the soft hum of Emily’s home. Edward stood in front of the door, running a hand through his hair, trying to shake off the lingering stress of the day. His heart was beating fast. After everything that had happened with the deal, his mind was a mess, but he had no choice but to keep his composure for her.

He wiped his palms on his pants and exhaled sharply. Then, with a deep breath, he reached for the handle and walked inside.

“Edward!” Mrs. Deborah's voice was warm, but there was an edge of concern in it as she walked down the hallway toward him. Emily was just behind her mother, appearing in the doorway of the living room, wiping her hands on a dish towel.

“Edward, you’re here. It’s good to see you,” Mrs. Deborah said, but her smile was strained, a question lurking in her eyes.

“Good to see you too, Mrs. Deborah,” he replied, offering her a brief but sincere smile, though his mind was elsewhere.

His gaze flicked to Emily, her eyes
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