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“PACK YOUR things. We are going to leave this shitty house for good,” August commanded, his voice was cold and full of authority.
Daphne didn't respond immediately after hearing August's words. She knew that August was just getting swayed by his rage because of what he had seen, but she never thought his husband would decide that.
“But you know that we can't…” Daphne replied as her eyes widened more, not because of shock, but because she was reminding August of their goal.
It was easier to investigate things when they were in the Sandoval mansion, and if they leave the place for good, it just means it will be harder for them.
August and Daphne exchanged meaningful glances as the former understood what Daphne wanted to say. However, his deci
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