Built From Ruin
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Naomi wasn't looking for love, and Omarion wasn't looking to trust again. But somewhere between late-night conversations, shared vulnerability, and undeniable chemistry, the two find themselves building something neither of them expected. The problem is, love feels different when both people are still healing from what nearly ruined them.
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