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    On the line was Eric, just as she expected.


    Hadley’s lips curled into a soft smile as she answered the call. “Hello.”


    “Hadley?”


    On the line, Eric’s voice carried a hint of tension.


    Memories of their morning dispute yed in his mind, causing his throat to tighten ufortably.


    “Are you done? I’m outside waiting,” he said, his voice filled with anticipation.


    Hadley paused deliberately, letting the silence linger for a couple of seconds before responding, “Yes, I’m finished. Just give me a moment.”


    “Okay. Take as long as you need,” Eric responded, his tone bright with relief and devoid of any impatience.


    He had been worried that Hadley might still be upset and possibly refuse to meet him.


    Determined to make amends, he prepared himself mentally to apologize sincerely and ept whatever response she might have.


    After ending the call, Hadley’s eyes sparkled with a trace of excitement.


    She turned to Elissa, who was nearby, and simply said, “Elissa.”


    “Need something?” Elissa asked while organizing costumes.


    “Actually, yes,” Hadley responded with a smile, a n forming in her mind. “I need a favor.”


    “Tell me what you need,” Elissa said, setting aside her work.


    “Well, here’s the thing…”


    After getting ready, Hadley stepped outside.


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    “Hello, Hadley.”


    Eric greeted her with his usual considerate demeanor, assisting her into the car.


    Before he could start the engine, Hadley suggested, “How about we stop at a café for a bit?”


    “Sure thing.” Eric agreed readily.


    At this moment, Eric was prepared to amodate any of Hadley’s requests.


    He drove them to a nearby café.


    Once they were settled, he inquired, “Hungry? Maybe a brownie? And what would you like to drink? A cappino, perhaps?”


    “Just a hot milk for me, thanks,” Hadley responded with a gentle smile, settling into her newmitment to self-care during her pregnancy—no caffeine, no alcohol.


    “Got it.”


    Eric ordered a hot milk for her and lime water for himself.


    Once the beverages were served, Hadley took a slow sip of her milk before dropping a bombshell. “We should break up.”


    Eric looked up sharply, his expression one of disbelief. “Come again?”


    “Was I not clear?” Though she saw his stunned look, Hadley repeated firmly, “Let’s break up.”


    Silence hung heavy for a moment.


    Trying to mask his distress with a strained smile, Eric asked, “Why? Haven’t I been good to you?”


    “You have.” Hadley acknowledged, her tone neutral. “Aside from how you handled things with Linda, you’ve treated me really well.”


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