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Chapter 325 - Escape Plan

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CHAPTER 325

~Valerie's POV~

Fifteen minutes later, we stopped in front of a cozy little retro diner tucked between two bookstores.

Its neon sign glowed softly under the fading amber light of the setting sun, casting a warm halo over the cracked pavement. 

My nose picked up the scent of grilled burgers, crisp fries, and creamy vanilla milkshakes instantly.

"You brought me to a diner?" I asked, blinking at the red-framed windows lined with old movie posters.

"Correction," Ash said smoothly, holding the door open with an exaggerated flourish and a mock bow. "I brought you to the diner. Best milkshakes in town."

I arched a brow as my lips twitched. "And you're bribing me with sugar."

"Absolutely," he said with zero shame. "Works every time."

I rolled my eyes, but I couldn't stop the tiny smile pulling at my lips as I stepped inside. 

The moment we walked in, a wave of warmth wrapped around me, carrying the nostalgic soft music. 

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