Craving His Warmth

Valerie's POV

I woke up craving Maverick in the morning of a cold new year.

I picked up my phone to see several New Year messages, responding to that of my family before checking out others. Amongst the dozens of messages playing across my screen, I was most eager to see the one that had come from Professor Irene.

"Happy New Year, Valerie— How are you fairing and how is the baby? See you soon."

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