"Really!" Selena's curiosity grew. "So, what is it?"

Aveline gave a playful smile. "That's a secret for now. I'll tell you once it's done."

"Hmph, even keeping it from me." Selena huffed and turned away.

Aveline continued humming as she prepared dinner.

When the delicious dishes were finally served, Selena eagerly came back over.

Just then, Aveline's phone rang. She looked at the screen and saw it was a call from Zachary.

"Hello, Zach," Aveline answered, her voice carrying a hint of a smile.

Zachary's gentle voice came through. "Aveline, how have you been lately?"

Aveline smiled. "Pretty good. How about you? Is the orphanage running smoothly?"

I imagined, but not easy either. I'm in Cloudflare City now, but I'm heading back tomorrow. Are you free to meet up for a meal?" Surprised, Aveline quickly suggested, "If you don't mind, why not come over to my place for dinner?

Zachary agreed, "Sounds great."

address, Aveline returned to the kitchen to prepare a

asked, "Who

I grew up. His name is Zachary

get some

two of them busied themselves in the

later,

door and greeted Zachary with a warm smile. "Welcome! Come

expecting Aveline to live in such a high-end neighborhood. Seeing her home only deepened his

It was incredibly luxurious!

this area, Aveline's

was, asking if you were

has their troubles, no

the things he had brought with him and said, "I'm in Cloudflare City to pick up some supplies. Even though Arthur Town is being developed,

Growing up in a better environment will also make it easier for them to get adopted in

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