John Miller
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As Tyler navigated the winding driveway leading to Henry Rosewood's residence he thought about dinner with Henry – a prospect that would have thrilled him a week ago, but now felt heavy with a looming sense of dread. He thought about Sonia's request. He'd never recorded a conversation without someone's knowledge, and the act felt like a betrayal, a violation of trust. Yet, the potential benefits of having proof of Henry's intentions, if any, were undeniable. He pulled up to the imposing front door,…-
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As Tyler navigated the winding driveway leading to Henry Rosewood's residence he thought about dinner with Henry – a prospect that would have thrilled him a week ago, but now felt heavy with a looming sense of dread. He thought about Sonia's request. He'd never recorded a conversation without someone's knowledge, and the act felt like a betrayal, a violation of trust. Yet, the potential benefits of having proof of Henry's intentions, if any, were undeniable. He pulled up to the imposing front door,…
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879 Lover/Hater Stepping into the suite, the air thick with anticipation, Jade couldn't help but feel a thrill course through her as the door clicked shut behind them, the playful banter of the evening fading into a comfortable silence. Jade leaned back against the door, the sapphire dress clinging to her curves like a second skin as she kicked off her heels, letting out a satisfied sigh. Harry, his tie loosened and the MacBook tucked under his arm, turned to face her. His eyes, the same ones…
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878 Couple Of The Night The low hum of the hairdryer filled the suite as Jade, who was dressed in a sapphire blue dress that clung to her curves, meticulously styled her hair. From the corners of her eyes, she watched Harry, clad in a crisp white shirt and a navy blazer, wrestling with his tie, the silk stubbornly refusing to cooperate. The resort had arranged a special evening for couples, a chance for them to mingle, connect, and learn. The resort's "Couples Mingle" event might have been a…
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877 Best Baker The aroma of freshly brewed coffee and pastries filled Lucas's nose as he pushed open the door of a quaint cafe. He inhaled deeply, grateful that he had decided to step out of the house for breakfast instead of settling for a bowl of cereals in front of the television, as had become his habit lately. The usual Sunday morning crowd was just beginning, the sound of chatter and the rhythmic clinking of spoons against mugs a comforting soundtrack. Lucas scanned the room, as he…
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876 Adoption And Denial Lying belly down on her bed with her iPad positioned in front of her, Kimberly smiled as Dawn materialized on the screen, a halo of messy curls framing her wide, curious eyes. "Hi, mummy!" Dawn chirped, a burst of sunshine in a pink princess dress. "Hey, my little princess! Do you miss Mama?" Kimberly cooed, her voice thick with the emotion. "Yes!" Dawn nodded enthusiastically, bouncing in her booster seat. One look of disapproval from her governess and she stopped…
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Lucas's eyes fluttered open, the silence of the room shattered only by the insistent chirp of a bird outside his window. He lay there for a moment, blinking blearily, before a jolt of unwelcome awareness shot through him. Amy. Had she replied? He fumbled for his phone on the nightstand, the harsh white screen momentarily blinding in the dim room. Airplane mode mocked him from the corner of the display, a glaring reminder of his short-lived resolve. Without dwelling on it, he deactivated it, a tense…
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Sonia, still pale from the ordeal of the night before, leaned against the pillows as Bryan raised a glass of water to her lips so she could drink. She raised her hand to support the cup but Bryan gently slapped her hand off making her sigh in exasperation. "Bryan," she called in a warning tone and Bryan set the glass down. "Yes, baby?" He replied sweetly and despite her irritation a smile tugged on the corners of her lips. "You're doing too much," she said with disapproval. "As I should have…
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A soft smile played on Mia's lips as she slept. Her brow remained smooth, untroubled by the anxieties that often plagued her waking hours. In the dreamy world behind her closed eyelids, she found herself standing beside a familiar counter with Jeff beside her, their arms brushing as they leaned in over a sizzling pan. The scent of sizzling garlic and rosemary filling the air. "Just a little less pressure, Mia," Jeff's voice, warm and familiar, cut through the dream. "You want to sear it, not flatten…
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Lucy stirred, a lethargic groan escaping her lips. The events of the previous night, the worry and the relief, all caught up to her, leaving a dull ache in her limbs. She smiled when she felt Tom's arms around her, his chest rising and falling rhythmically as he slept. Why didn't he wake her up to go and freshen up? She mused as she wondered how long she had been out. Picking up her phone, she glanced at the time and she was surprised to see that it was almost noon. She had been sleeping for over…
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