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Peyton, clearly annoyed, shot back, “What? He’s too busy, but I’m not? I’m the deputy director at the hospital now. My plate is overflowing.”

Jayden couldn’t resist a tease. “Still the deputy? Hasn’t your dad handed over the reins yet?”

“Not yet. He’s still relishing the role,” Peyton admitted, then sighed comfortably. “You know, it’s a cushy life—success and wealth just seem to land in my lap.”

Jayden let Peyton boast for a bit but soon grew tired of it and quickly found a way to end the call.

As he was about to dive back into work, his phone rang again. This time it was Brook. Jayden’s eyebrows raised in mild surprise as he answered.

Brook’s voice sounded worn out as he said, “I need a favor, Jayden. It’s urgent.”

Jayden raised an eyebrow. “This is a first. What’s up?”

about Jennie Walsh,”

That rang

confirmed, “Your

“She’s missing. Can you help

foggy from the remnants of sleep. She shuffled out of bed, craving water, and noticed two glasses resting on the

said, his fingers flying across the screen of his phone. He

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looked up, he saw her staring blankly at the wall. “I still have some work to finish. Once I’m done, I’ll

offered a small, awkward smile. “Alright. I could really use

and said, “Feeling a bit parched, huh? Alright, red wine it is.” Without missing a beat, he returned to

about her new job. After they wrapped up, she let out a weary sigh. The stress of her demanding job was beginning

him out of the office. They ended up choosing a restaurant near

her seat, her attention was drawn to Thea sitting across the room with a man

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