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REID

I swear I’ve lived a decent life. Not perfect — there’s definitely a parking ticket or three collecting dust in some glove box — but I’ve helped my siblings, paid my taxes, smiled at strangers when I had it in me. Basically, nothing to warrant divine punishment.

So why does it feel like the universe is actively trying to end me when the door creaks open and Adeline steps out?

I freeze. Fully