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Ethan had paced the length of the balcony, his eyes set on the front door. For weeks, Olivia had gotten into the routine of slipping out late in the night to take "a walk," but tonight he was sure that he had seen that spark in her eyes before the excuse tumbled from her lips. There was more to it.

He froze as the door creaked open, and Olivia stepped out, clasping her coat tightly to her