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Chatper 1028

Chapter 1028

When Blake was in middle school, Liam’s novel, At the Horizon’s End, had been all the rage.Information

about him was scarce, mostly a few Interviews on his website. It had been his debut sensation.

The book had exploded in popularity, amassing over a million subscribers in weekly magazines when it

reached a hundred thousand words, soon followed by a comic adaptation.

Liam’s novel had been a part of Blake’s adolescence, a phenomenon that swept her school. Now,sitting

across from her was the author she had idolized as a teenager, and he was her blind date!

Blake felt like she was dreaming. She discreetly pinched herself under the table, confirming this was

reality.

Blake burst with excitement and slid into the seat next to Liam. She whispered, “Liam, can I have your

autograph? I promise to keep your secret.”

Liam, a bit taken aback by Blake’s closeness but not uncomfortable, replied, “Sure, I’ll sign somethingfor

you next time.”

“No need to wait, how about now?” Blake suggested. She realized she had nothing for him to sign, soshe

quickly added, “Actually, wait here, I’ll be right back!”

Blake hurried to a nearby bookstore and soon returned, brandishing a copy of At the Horizon’s End anda

black marker. “Could you write, To Blake, wishing you an early fortune“?”

“Okay,” Liam complied, signing the book with the requested message.

Blake admired Liam’s handwriting, which was as elegant as he was.

‘Does this look alright?” he asked gently, his voice calm and reassuring.

“It’s perfect, thank you!” Blake beamed, holding the book close.

“Your latest book must be doing well, right? But I noticed you haven’t updated your website in over a

month. Any plans for a new update?” she asked, curious.

“I’ll be updating it tonight,” Liam said.

Blake, now sitting close enough to notice the minute details of Liam’s face, was mesmerized. His eyes.clear and honest, were unlike any she had encountered in her world of deceit and manipulation.novelbin

Blake realized she had cozied up to Liam like an excited fan. She chuckled awkwardly and returned toher

seat, quietly resuming her meal.

??? ?

ake apologized

Liam responded, “It’s okay.”

Do you use any messaging apps? Can we exchange contacts? I promise I won’t bug you,” Blakeventured.

“I’m kind of old–school. Just calls for me,” Liam admitted.

“Oh, I see!” Blake said, a touch of disappointment in her voice. She worried she might have been tooforward. “That’s fine.”

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