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Theodore stumbled out of his room, looking flustered. “Sis, what’s wrong?”

Isabella glared at him, her eyes brimming with tears. Her shoulders heaved as she struggled to contain her anger. “You’re faking being sick just to avoid–school… Do you even

understand? **Of all pursuits, studying is paramount!** If you don’t want to be bullied anymore in the future, you must study hard!”

Theodore instantly caved, his sharp peach blossom,eyes drooping. “Sis, I was wrong.”

Isabella’s voice trembled with frustration. “Theodore, I am willing to shield you from storms, but the world is vast, and not all storms can be blocked for you”

“Reflect on this properly.”

She angrily grabbed his school bag and slammed the door on her way out.

Theodore pouted. “Why is she so fiery?”

When the door creaked open again, he smirked knowingly. “I

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knew she couldn’t stay mad for long.”

However, the sound of polished leather shoes echoed in the room. Theodore’s heart sank as a stern middle–aged man strode in behind him.

Turning to face the man, Theodore calmly asked, “You’re here for the ‘Flower Protector, right?”

The man tossed a thick envelope at him. Without waiting for an explanation, Theodore immediately guessed the visitor’s

purpose.

Hill?” he asked with disdain. “Trying

surprise. “You’re sharp for your age. Listen,

on the man’s hands with such precision

Nathan’s reputation. Madam Hill truly spares no expense. But what if I said

name your price if

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Theodore’s capitulation. After all, no

prowess.

Theodore chuckled disdainfully. “She should’ve investigated me before sending someone to negotiate. I’m not someone just any stray cat or dog can buy off.”

are you?”

worthy of knowing

man clapped his hands, and the room was suddenly filled

you. Apologies, but you’ll need to

around his modest rental, Theodore’s gaze was filled with reluctance. He knew resisting would risk exposing

sighed and agreed, “Fine, I’ll go with you. But give me a moment–I need to leave

but eventually nodded, motioning for his group to wait

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of clothes. sewn

**“Sis,

been away from home for a year.

now. We’ll meet

-Theodore“**

without looking

school, she found the empty room. She slumped onto the sofa,

months of living together, even parting with a pet would leave her

wish you success and fulfillment in the

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