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against the floor. “What are you—”
“You told me you had a meeting in New York,” I said. My voice was steadier than I felt. “You told me you couldn’t have dinner with me because of an urgent client meeting.”
Patricia’s face had gone pale. Edith’s expression shifted to something sharp and defensive.
“Mom, let me explain—” Julian started.
“No,” I said. And continue reading …
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