Miley had just wrapped up a huge gig.


    She had a lot of skills and always put in the work.


    Her talent had opened doors.


    Now, big-name models wanted to work with her, so she was swamped.


    By the time she returned home these days, it was usually already midnight.


    She cruised into the Deep Water Vi District.


    A quick clock check confirmed it was early still.


    So, she buzzed Ste and the call connected in a sh.


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    “Ste, what’s the scoop? I heard Be’s changing the winner.


    Has it all been smooth sailing?” Miley asked briskly.


    Ste responded, “Yep, all’s good.


    ”


    But Miley’s radar pinged that something was off with Ste.


    Her tone was heavy like she’d been shedding tears.


    Miley’s expression shifted and she urgently asked, “Have you been crying? What’s up? Everything has been going fine, hasn’t it?”


    Ste’s response was bitter.


    “I lost another friend of mine.


    ”


    Hearing this, Miley guessed what had happened.


    She pulled over and her tone became moreforting.


    “I get it, tha


    t’s rough.


    But hey, she isn’t worth your time.


    Don’t sweat it.


    No matter what, I have got your back.


    I’ll be your friend forever.


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    Mid-chat, Miley spotted someone by the door.


    The streetlight revealed his face.


    It was Neville.


    Catching Ste’s faint voice, Miley rushed to say, “Sorry, Ste.


    I have stuff to handle.


    It’s gettingte now.


    Maybe I’ll hit you up tomorrow.


    ”


    Quickly, she ended the call.


    Neville spotted Miley too.


    Rushing over, he grabbed her hand, beaming.


    “You’re back!”


    A whiff of booze hit Miley.


    She wrinkled her nose, pulling him close.


    “Have you been drinking straight after just getting better? That’s not on.


    ”


    “Not much, I promise.


    Wyatt’s locked up today.


    I wanted to celebrate a bit,” Neville exined.


    “I shall hear no excuses! Healthes first!” Miley scolded gently, noting he seemed sober enough.


    Neville held her tightly.


    “I’ve had three days without you.


    Don’t stay mad at me.


    I have missed you loads.


    Don’t you miss me?”


    His tone was pleading as he tugged at her.


    Helpless, Miley sighed.


    “I’ve been crazy busytely.


    .


    ”


    Mid-sentence, she opened the door but then it mmed shut.


    Neville pinned her against it.