The Lies He Told Me (Grace and Antonio)

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The next day, Devin and Grace headed to his parents' place.

They met at the toast yesterday, but with everyone around, they didn't have a chance to chat.

The family get-

together was buzzing today, and his parents were all over Grace, chatting away.

With Devin there, she felt right at home, the nerves just melting away.

After a decade with the Kaufman family, Grace was no stranger to fancy events. She was a pro at navigating social situations and had Devin's parents laughing non- stop.

By the time they said goodbye, Devin's mother, Madison Hester, was reluctant to part with Grace, inviting her back soon.

Grace promised to visit, told them to take care, and then they hit the road.

On the drive back, Devin was driving, curious how she was feeling.

the evening breeze, feeling

went by too fast, and I'm a bit sad to say goodbye to Mr. and Mrs. Hudson." "Mr. and Mrs. Hudson?" Devin

slip. "I mean, Madison and Leon. I really hit it off with

up in a smile. "As long as you're happy, that's all that counts.

a hearty chuckle, about to say

was Antonio, but then she saw

moved because of a wedding. Why do you keep it a secret? I got you a gift. Are

the Kaufman's home,

friends Grace had She was fond of Daisy, who was only in her early twenties. Without a second. thought, she agreed to have a meal with

on a spot, she filled

was cool with it. He asked for the details and offered to drive her

a bit awkward about it and tried to

"Don't worry about bothering me. We just got hitched and I'm on a break. What else am supposed

put Grace at

and by the time they pulled into their place, it

shower and then

a while before heading to