The Painting
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Meeting Victor Jameson was the tipping point of my boring life.
He's quiet, mysterious, and hates giving me a straight answer.
But, unfortunately, I like him.
Really like him.
If you'd told me I'd meet the love of my life on a random Tuesday, I wouldn't have believed you.
I mean, I had issues, a shitty ex, a shittier family life, and I'm a bit oblivious-not exactly the best combination for a smooth-sailing love story.
And if you're here expecting exactly that, I'm sorry to disappoint you. And just a heads up-
You're going to want to hit me.
Many times.
In hindsight, everything was obvious.
But unfortunately, I'm an idiot.
Did I mention Victor paints?
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