"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?"

but I'm heading back tomorrow. Are you free to meet up for a meal?" Surprised, Aveline quickly suggested, "If you

Zachary agreed, "Sounds great."

address, Aveline returned to the kitchen to prepare a couple more

asked, "Who

where I grew up. His name is Zachary

nodded. "I'll get some

busied themselves in the

an hour later, the doorbell

and greeted Zachary with a warm

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

It was incredibly luxurious!

home in this area, Aveline's life must be

"Here I was, asking if you were doing okay. I must have sounded

Everyone has their troubles, no matter who they are. I'm no exception." "That's

up some supplies. Even though Arthur Town is being developed, the economic conditions are still far behind,+ want to provide a better

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

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