Chapter 44
Author: Purplescent
last update Last Updated: 2024-10-29 19:42:56
Later in the night,Ruby wanted to go to the beach again and this time, Damian decided to follow her so that she wouldn't be left alone to face men like Jeremy. The two of them sat beside each other and slowly sipped the drinks they took with them as they enjoyed the view

“This is so peaceful. I think the view of the beach at night has become one of the things I like” Damian said as he gazed out at the ocean.

“I know right. It's perfect” Ruby looked at him and smiled. “You can come here sometimes with your fiancée” Ruby said and it was when the words came out of her mouth that she regretted it

Why does she have to mention Veronica? Was she trying to let her jealousy show? Or was she trying to get some information about what their relationship really was?

“With Veronica? I told you we are not a thing” he said without looking at her. Hearing again that they are not together made Ruby smile but she put on her straight face almost immediately.

“Well, you left with her last time and I
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