Leaving You Bereft (Willow and Julian) novel Chapter 24

One week later, Willow secured the unit for her business.

She signed a contract for five years since the price and location of the unit were ideal. She wrote a check and passed it to the

landlord.

With the economy having slowed down in recent years, the landlord was very pleased with the fact that Willow wanted to sign a

contract for five years.

The landlord left shortly afterward since he had other arrangements. On the other hand, Willow remained seated as she tried to

finish her coffee. It was a habit she had had for a long time.

Just then, she heard a soft female voice. “Willow!”

Willow paused for a split second.

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Natalie was still a college student. She and Willow were not exactly close. However, she was being very friendly to her that day.

Natalie hurried over and clung to Willow’s arm while speaking to her enthusiastically.

Even someone who was usually aloof and distant like Willow liked how bubbly and lovely the young lady was. Willow beckoned a

waiter over and ordered two desserts for Natalie.

A while later, the waiter served the dessert to the table.

Natalie was clearly in bliss as she ate the dessert. She finally remembered her initial purpose after finishing her serving. “It’s my

brother’s birthday tomorrow. We’re having a party. You should join us!”

“It’s Jeffrey’s birthday tomorrow?” Willow pondered.

Without much hesitation, she declined the invite politely. “I probably won’t be able to make it.”

Natalie had a knowing look on her face. “Don’t worry! Julian won’t be there. He’s never attended these small, insignificant

parties… I can bet it on my brother’s life!”

Willow felt that Jeffrey would need to have at least nine lives for Natalie to make bets like this.

After giving it some thought, Willow accepted Natalie’s invitation eventually. She owed Jeffrey a few favors, after all.

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On her way home, Willow stopped by the mall to get Jeffrey a gift.

After considering the relationship between her and Jeffrey, she decided to get him a gold pen. It was a gift that was proper for the

occasion and would not look too shabby.

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Chapter 24

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Moreover, Willow looked a lot more frail and delicate these days. Julian kept getting the urge to pull her into his arms and offer

her solace with his gentle caresses. He longed for her now.

Standing beside him, Esther reminded Julian when she noticed he was getting distracted. “Mr. Ziegler, Mr. Ludwig is giving a

report of his work.”

Julian finally turned his gaze away from Willow. He walked away with a group of men trailing behind him.

As he treaded away, Julian thought about how there was no way their four–year–long marital relationship would come to an end.

It was only a matter of time before they reconciled…

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Willow was stuck in a traffic jam the next day.

By the time she got to the private room of a club, she was already 30 minutes late. She opened the door and apologized sincerely,

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Moon Hans Hopen of teffog’e friend or quiety in Holle rats come of them stobed their nose are they watched what was

soon to mible with anticipation

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