Chapter 27 A Close Call

It was a text message from Arthur: [Charlotte, open the door.]

Her hand trembled ever so slightly as she stared at the screen.

Charlotte thought, “What does he mean? He came straight to my house in such a short time. He is still suspicious of me.”

A moment later, another message popped up from Diana. It was a screenshot from the security camera at her front door. Arthur’s tall figure stood there, exuding an imposing presence even through the grainy footage.

Charlotte: [I already know.]

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Diana: [What’s your plan?]

Charlotte: [No plan.]

Exiting the chat, Charlotte felt her nerves tighten as she paced the room.

If she refused to open the door, there was a real chance he’d force his way in to confirm his suspicions, and that would be a disaster.

Charlotte mulled over her options, biting her lip in frustration. Finally, she decided to take a gamble.

She dialed Arthur’s number.

here to talk about the

was soft,

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a frosty edge to

slightly, his sharp features shadowed

the door.

not

“Open the door,

rolled her eyes, though

divorce, why didn’t you reply to

was clearly running thin. “Charlotte, I’m

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myself.”

little further. “What’s the big deal about repeating yourself? Are

let me see

gaze darkened as he turned to his bodyguard and ordered,

hey! Arthur, are you for real?” Charlotte’s

“Charlotte, if you’re hiding something from me, I swear I’ll find

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talking about? And for the record, this door wasn’t cheap! Don’t you dare damage it!” She forced

to her chest. Her heart was pounding as if it might burst

point, there was no

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