Chapter 132

Gemma

The moment I hang up, Nathan’s eyes are on me.” Are you sure about this?”

My jaw works as though there’s something in my throat to swallow, but there’s nothing. Only an invisible lump. “No, but I want to do it. I’m tired of hiding.”

His hand finds mine under the table, squeezing gently. “We don’t have to go if you’re not ready. Your family sounds...”

“Awful?” I supply with a wry smile.

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