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Bedmates Soulmates novel Chapter 13

I’s Fair In Love and War 

Kira scurried to the back entrance of the university

She looked like a lurking cat burglar as she stole furtive glances around, shielding her face with a hand

Luckily, no one recognised her

She paced in front of the gate, her head on a swivel

When she did not see the face she expected, Kira made a call

She listened to the ringtone for almost a full minute before someone finally picked up

Hello,” a cold female voice answered

Miss Woods,Kira whispered though there was no one within earshot. I’m at the back gate. I don’t see 

you.” 

Ten minutes ago, Kira answered the call in high spirits, expecting good news from a prospective employer

She thought someone was pranking her when the caller identified herself as Kayleigh Woods

But the voice did seem to match with the one Kira often heard onscreen

She suppressed the urge to repeat the caller’s name, as Giana was standing right next to her

Kira wouldn’t know how to explain why the Alister was calling her, an unremarkable college student

Her back against the wall, Kira told her second lie of the day

She made like the call came from a recruiter who requested her prompt presence at an interview

Then she skedaddled before Giana could ask anything more

Go through the gate. Turn left. There’s a café with pots of violas outside. I’m on the second floor. Come up directly.” 

Kayleigh hung up as soon as she finished giving the order

Kira puffed out her cheeks

She pocketed her phone and went in search of the café 

Only after stepping inside the industrialchic café did she realiseshe forgot to ask Kayleigh which room she was in

But Kira soon discovered there was no need to

A blackclad bodyguard stood at the landing on the second floor

He folded his hands in front of him and wore the obligatory black sunglasses even though he was indoors

A coll of white wire snaked down from his left ear and disappeared below his collar

Seeing Kira come up the stairs, he raised his left arm with the palm out like a traffic 

Let her in,” said a female voice behind her

The solemnlooking bodyguard nodded and stepped aside

Kira passed him.. 

cop

The second floor was an open plan area with round tables, love seats and a bar counter

AlsTante Love and War 

Kayleigh was the only customer there

She was reclining in a plush occasional chair and looking straight at Kira

Up close, the actressbeauty was even more stunning 

The silver screen did not do her face justice

A seated position failed to conceal her amazing curves

She looked as if she was poured into her dress

So, this was the type of woman Austyn was into

Miss Hewitt, Kayleigh said in a feathery voice. You kept your word, For a moment, I thought I was getting stood up.‘ 

Kira forced a smile and said through gritted teeth, Miss Woods, you threatened to call the school and tell on me. How can I not come?” 

Kira baulked at the idea at first

Meeting her husband’s other woman was as pleasant as getting a root canal

Sensing her reluctance, Kayleigh dropped a bomb

She would expose Kira’s relationship with Austyn if the girl refused to show

That did the trick

Kayleigh offered a halfhearted apology along with a charming smile. I had to reschedule a lot of work to free 

up the day. It would’ve been a wasted trip if I didn’t get to see you. So I said those things to get you here. I didn’t mean any of it, of course. I hope there’s no hard feelings.” 

Miss Woods, what do you want from me? Can we get to the point? Kira didn’t want to waste time beating about the bush

Please take a seat, Miss Hewitt Kayleigh pointed to an ottoman opposite her

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