Chapter 11
Everything felt like a dream.
When Murphy returned from the local administrative office, he seemed dazed, unsure of how he even made it back. He could not wrap his head around how things had ended up this way.
Just a week ago, everything had been fine when he left. Gemma was still being coy around him, asking him to celebrate her birthday with her…
How had it all changed so drastically in just one week?
If he had known that would be the last birthday he would spend with her, he would never have broken his promise no matter what.
“Murphy, what’s wrong?” Evangeline stepped out of the bedroom, dressed in a black lace lingerie set that clung provocatively to her curves.

Florence is a passionate reader who finds joy in long drives on rainy days. She’s also a fan of Italian makeup tutorials, blending beauty and elegance into her everyday life.