The Game She Played

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was beside me, his

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voice, soft and venom

beneath us, Ava.

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voice deliberately

ed more help around the house. Es

ly. "Of course, a

ble. She could... assist you directly, with your papers, your calls. Take

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time housekeeper, was loyal to Chloe' s family connections, and easil

of you." He patted my hand. "Brenda it is.

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