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"Alrighty!" Zachary called back, heading into the kitchen.

Jonathan stood up, walked over to Norah, and gave her shoulder a pat, "Xavier has been through a lot. He's mature and got a tough shell, and he's not one to change his mind easily. Prepare yourself emotionally, and be ready to face whatever comes without tears or resentments, especially not towards Estelle."

Norah chuckled, "I bet that last bit is the real kicker, huh?"

Jonathan shot her a glance, "It's all important."

Norah's face turned serious, and she nodded earnestly, "Jonathan, I'll take your words to heart. Truth is, I've already hit rock bottom once. So, even if he still doesn't like me, I'll know I gave it my all and have no regrets."

"That's the spirit!" Jonathan nodded with approval.

Norah grinned, "Let's go have the barbecue, shall we? I asked Zachary to whip up some of Estelle's favorite dishes."

As expected, the mere mention of Estelle softened Jonathan's gaze.

"Let's go then!"

Estelle, hearing their approach, looked relieved

relationship with Xavier wouldn't come easy for him. She'd actually feared he might lash out at Norah.

"Thanks, Zachary!" Estelle said.

home, no need for formalities!" Zachary chuckled before heading

close to Xavier, choosing instead

right through her stratagem and whispered, "Did you get

to shield me.

she might resent Estelle, but she was clearly

as your shield

in admiration, "It works

of Estelle, Jonathan didn't look

as Jonathan served her some food, and sweeping a glance at him, she decided not to continue

warmed up. Xavier, still recovering from his injuries, joined the others in substituting tea for

awkward at first in front of Jonathan, as if he were somehow less

you heading back to C City?" Xavier asked

There's nothing else holding us back." Estelle, eyes downcast, asked, "Is there really

to her, "What

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