She Took The House The Car And My Heart

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“Why not give her a ring?” Ellis said, his tone casual but firm. “Whatever she claims later, I’m sure this is their little scheme. You’d be wise to steer clear,” Freya gave a quiet hum of agreement, her voice warm.

With a swift motion, Ellis slipped his hand into his pocket and cut the call, his face unreadable.

Once upon a time, Freya’s sharp mind would’ve caught this trick in a heartbeat. But pregnancy had softened her focus, slowing her quick wit just a touch. Still, she outshone most with her cleverness.

Freya tapped Greta’s number, her resolve steady.

Greta, muttering about Ellis’s sly tricks, answered the call, her tone a mix of irritation and amusement.

Freya asked, her voice clear, “When are you slipping away? I’ll have your back.” Ellis’s brow furrowed, puzzled by her words.

off guard by the

chest. “I’ll make sure no one—not even Ellis—knows where

this coming. Freya was ready to go

her voice brimming with

studying Freya, suddenly unsure of what might happen

in her voice, her teasing side content. She’d only been kidding earlier, craving a short break from the chaos. But then she thought of Freya’s thoroughness. If Freya hid her tracks, no

back out?” Freya asked, her

sudden thought struck her. Was Greta

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of her pursuer when he nearly nabbed her. A sly smile curved her lips. “Look after yourself and that little one. I’ll swing by once the

by Freya’s side, Greta had no worries. She knew he’d make sure Freya had everything she

you?” Freya