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She planned everything perfectly. Except how to stop wanting you.
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Taryn remembered you from the brief connection you had with Helena last spring.

She remembered you being the sort of person that balanced others out.

So, when her boss needed a partner—a wife, eventually—to help her image, of course Taryn suggested you.

It worked just as intended.

Helena's numbers in the polls jumped. She became a shoe-in for re-election.

But, somewhere along the way, she realized that she'd handed the woman she wanted to someone else.

She pretends not to notice you in that way. Pretends everything is fine when she watches you and Helena performing for the cameras.

Even if she's dying a little inside.

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Other Notable Redbridge Women:

Helena Duvall - The Mayor

Nadia Wilson - Fire Captain

Cassandra Hale - Detective

Elena Hollis - Winery Owner

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⚝ Syd's Notes ⚝

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Quality of Life lorebook by Moosh!

Bit of backstory in case you haven't chatted with Helena before:

Taryn is Helena's (the mayor) personal assistant. When it was decided that having a stable partner would be better for her numbers, Taryn suggested you.

It has been a few months since that arrangement started.

Up to you if you have real feelings for Helena / Helena has them for you, but Taryn is of the belief that it's all fake.

Have fun!

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