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Chapter 32

Chapter 32

Larry said that with complete confidence.

The Hill family was ridiculously wealthy—not just locally, but nationally. They’d been around since the days of the nation’s founding, with deep roots and strong connections.

Even if Larry spent his whole life burning through money, he’d probably never run out of it.

But being born into a family like that had its downside: unavoidable business marriages.

Larry’s parents were victims of one such marriage, completely devoid of affection. After he was born, they went their separate ways, each having an affair and illegitimate children.

He hung out with Stanley because they both felt like life had abandoned them. But lately, Larry had noticed something. Stanley had started to change.

And that change really bothered him.

“Larry, I’m serious,” Stanley said, ignoring the teasing. He still wanted to help his friend. I’ve learned a lot from Quinlyn lately. No one’s life should be wasted. We can’t give up on ourselves. Think about it.”

Just then, the curtain in the room was pulled back, and the designer came out, leading Quinlyn.

Stanley gave Larry’s shoulder a reassuring pat, stood up, and walked over.

Quinlyn wore a greenish, puffed dress, with two transparent ribbons hanging from her waist and a cute little purse. The dark, simple pattern on her dress really brought out her youthful energy and natural charm.

“Hmm? You look healthier now… and taller, too, Stanley said, circling around her and noticing how her skin had gotten smoother and lighter.

Quinlyn glanced at herself in the full–length mirror, Her skin, once dark, had turned a golden tan, and her face had filled. out, no longer looking so thin.

As for her height, there hadn’t been much of a change.

“I haven’t gotten taller. I’m just wearing shoes, Quinlyn said, shaking her head with a hint of honesty in her voice.

Seeing the subtle frustration in her eyes, Stanley couldn’t help but laugh, ruffling her hair. “Don’t worry. You’ll grow taller eventually. It takes time. Trust me. Growing up too fast can cause all sorts of adult problems. You’ll regret it.”

One of his wealthy friends, who had gathered around, teased, “Wow, I didn’t expect Stanley to suddenly turn all philosophical. And now he’s teaching his little sister, too? Like bringing her out to hang with us and all?”

his eyes at him. “Go away. Stop

designer and said, “Let’s go

have a membership?”

a long, clean hand slid a credit card onto the counter in

set for Stanley’s cute little sister,” Larry

and flashed Quinlyn a grin. “I’m wondering if I

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it sound like

Stanley’s face tighteneil, clearly annoyed now.

I just want one more friend to spoil, just like how you spoil her, Stanley. Is that a

do is be my friend, and I’ll buy you whatever you want. I’m pretty

could sense that something was off,

whole other level. When he lost his temper, no

him

expression turned cold, his fists clenching at his sides.

mouths. Even though they shared a history, Stanley couldn’t let such a

Stanley took a step forward, ready to throw a punch, a small

clear and sincere as she said crisply, “Larry,

he saw her eyes–shiny, calm, and steady–he froze

eyes told him she meant it. She wasn’t being pressured, and there were no hidden motives. She just wanted to be his

friend.

away, and a sense of discomfort settled in. His smile faded. and frustration

so boring. I shouldn’t have come to buy kids‘ clothes so early. Larry sighed, stretching lazily, and then he turned to head for the door. The weather’s perfect. Let’s hit the racetrack instead,” he said,

quickly agreed and followed him out. “Sure, sounds good! Stanley, you should come, too, one of

face cold. His mood had

looked Quinlyn in the eyes, his voice tinged with frustration as he demanded. “Why are

time, it seemed nothing could calm him down.

He stopped dead in his tracks and then turned around with a

her older brother. Seeing how puffed up Stanley was, she decided to handle things the way

the head.

like a kid than I do,” she said,