Chapter 858

"Okay." Aveline nodded, settling into the car to wait.

Leo called for a tow truck, which took about forty minutes to arrive.

After the car was towed, they began walking toward the bus stop. The two-kilometer walk took nearly twenty minutes, with frequent breaks due to Aveline's weakened state.

By the time they reached the stop near Maple Gardens, night had already fallen. The winter sky grew dark early, and the cold evening air hung around them.

Aveline turned to Leo and said, "Come up with me for a bit. Have some tea and rest."

Leo shook his head. "No need. I'm just glad I got you home safely. Here's my number-call me if you ever need anything."

Aveline felt a pang of guilt. He had helped her so much, and she had done nothing in return.

"You haven't eaten dinner yet, right? I'm a good cook. Stay for a meal before you go," she insisted again.

Leo was about to decline, but his stomach growled loudly, betraying him. They both laughed.

"Well, I guess I can't say no to that," Leo said, amused.

together they walked toward

a figure crouched on the floor by the entrance, arms wrapped around their knees, eyes

eyes as if trying to

I dreaming? Is

quickly grabbed her hands, stopping her. "It's me. I'm back.

moment, Selena was frozen

a sudden sob, she threw

have no idea how worried I've been these past

safe!" Selena wept, clinging to Aveline like she was her

the weight of her

eyes grew misty as

patting Selena's back, she said softly, "Alright, alright, I'm fine now. Let's go inside, okay? It's

with tears, pouted pitifully,

help but chuckle, helping her friend to

noticed Leo. "Aren't

she hiccupped loudly, catching herself off

amused. "Yes, it's

"Let's go inside. It's

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