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Mika "This is all alleged, of course," Bella says, and I blink at her, still caught up in the whirlpool of what she just told me. She continues to speak in a soft tone. "But, as I previously stated, I heard it from a reliable source," and I nod. “Of course.” We proceed toward the hall, and just as we reach the doorway, she turns to me once more. “I’m sorry about what Wade did. It was a jerk move.” Nodding, I force a weak smile and whisper. “Thank you.” With that, we return inside, the festive spirit sweeping over me once more. The live band has switched to a slower beat, and couples sway on the dance floor, lost in their own worlds. Matt and Channing are deep in conversation as we approach, and judging by their seriousness, I can tell it is business, even though they are supposed to