Bride Behind The Mask Novel

Chapter 18

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Marguerite had a pretty chill first day at work, basically did nothing. Just as she was about to clock out, Robert popped up behind her. She was so startled when she turned around and saw him, blurting out, “Mr. Fitzgerald…”

Robert just grinned, “Ready to head out? Come with me, I’ll show you where you’ll be staying.”

She was surprised he remembered his promise. She thought she’d be spending the night in the hospital corridor again. She had nothing to carry, so she followed Robert empty–handed to his car in the parking lot.

The ride was fast and silent. Marguerite didn’t ask where she was going. Even though she’d just met Robert, she felt he was more reliable and friendly than Frederick. So she trusted him.

Robert totally let her

reached their destination and Robert’s car pulled into Sapphire Valley Estates and stopped in front of

incredulously asking, “Mr. Fitzgerald, you’re not telling me I’m staying at Frederick’s place, are

eyebrow, “You knew this was his’place? You’ve

face turned beet red,

got out of the car, and gentlemanly opened the door for Marguerite, helping

now that Frederick’s not around, there’s something I need to tell you. He’s a

more awkward, “I’m not his girlfriend, and you should be telling this to his

out. You’re Frederick’s antidote and your presence is important to him. That’s why I want you to