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Larry paused briefly, suddenly realizing that Quinlyn was, in fact, rather pleasant to look at. Perhaps due to long–term malnutrition, her slender frame made her seems unremarkable at first, like an ugly duckling

However, after beginning to receive proper nourishment, her features had transformed. With a bit of fullness in her cheeks, her smile now radiated beautiful charm. It she kept growing like this, she would surely become a stunning wornar

As Larry thought about complimenting her, he hesitated. He was aware that flattery might seem insincere. Then he noticed the fierce, almost murderous glare from Stanley, Quinlyn’s protective brother, which reminded him that messing t brother’s affections was risky business

When the performance ended, loud applause filled the venue. As Larry took Quinlyn’s hand for their bow, they were quickly surrounded by members of the elite society.

As the only heir of the Hill family and a notorious dandy, it was rare for him to be seen in such a respectable gathering

Unsure how Quinlyn had connected with Larry, they couldn’t let their opportunities slip away. Parents who brought their daughters rushed forward, eager to introduce them and promote their offspring.

“Larry, this is my daughter; she had coffee with you last year.”

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“Larry, this is my daughter; even though she’s only fifteen, your shared interest in literature might make for a delightful

chat.”

In the past, Larry would have welcomed these advances. Used to a life of partying and little oversight from home, he was unfazed by the idea of multiple romantic entanglements, even when they led to unwanted consequences

But now, holding Quinlyn’s hand made him feel a sharp sense of embarrassment, as if his sordid history was on display, making him seem like a poor brother.

Stanley was still eager to whisk Quinlyn away.

Larry quickly scooped her up and addressed the crowd, filled with righteous indignation, “From now on, I’m going to aim for a prestigious university, setting an example for Quinlyn. I suggest you all go home and focus on your studies.”

into stunned

that really you, Larry? Have you been possessed?”

you’re being held against your will,

might offer their daughters to him outright, Larry

night, high society buzzed with the news that Quinlyn, the true daughter of the Anderson family, was best friends with the daughter of the CEO of Horizon Properties, and that she had captured Larry’s affections.

that when danger struck, Joseph had

napping beside him. Remembering the small figure who had rushed to him before he passed out, he hoarsely asked, “Was it you

looked at Warren’s

Warren said, glancing at his nearly ruined hand

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gratitude, he continued. “From now on, whatever you want, I’ll do my best

Harriet replied modestly, though inside she was thrilled.

country, working with many universities. Once Warren made at request. Harriet could

at the entrance. Just a few days prior, the verdict of Eugene’s trial. had been announced, with

had become the front page headline in society

and her friends, who had testified in court, as pioneers of a new era, and for several days. Mandy had been receiving

bouncing with excitement as she approached Quinlyn, exclaiming.

her backpack to

with plastic edges, clearly not a valuable item, yet

elated–Quinlyn’s praise was sweeter than

She knew that while others might not mean

a selective admission competition where professors from many universities will come looking for talented students, allowing them to attend college early”

I really think that if you

her mind occupied with plans to borrow two more Mordorian fairy tales at the library that day, tilted her head in

her brain, hesitating. “To start working and

had heard from her father’s secretary; education was just a means to make money–the better the degree, the higher the

something was off about this idea, but replied, “I’m not in need of

could earn money without formal education. Back in the borderlands, her job as a lookout had brought in substantial income.