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Serenity’s birthday arrived. Jax threw a lavish party for her. When she came
down, Jax was waiting. She looked at him; her eyes were unusually calm, almost
lifeless. Jax’s heart skipped a beat. Serenity was always vibrant. Since when did
she look so pale?
He reached for her, but she evaded him. Her voice was hoarse.
“I’m not feeling well. Don’t touch me, or you’ll get sick.”
At the party, Serenity was like an outsider. She just coldly watched Jax
celebrate and tell others how much he loved her. The last part was his gift- a
priceless, antique ring. Everyone gasped. She lowered her eyes to hide her
sarcasm, refusing to take the ring. Jax assumed she was unwell, so he ended the
party early and took her home.
As he dropped her off, his phone rang. He apologized.“Serenity, I have
something to handle. Take a good rest, and I will come back to when I am
finished.”
She nodded. He kissed her and left. Rylee’s text followed immediately.
“Follow him. You’ll see a surprise.”
Serenity followed Jax. He stopped his car outside Rylee’s house and rushed
inside. He was so anxious that the door was ajar. Serenity walked over and saw
12:33.
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