Lina felt like she was in a dream, surrounded by royal convoys and guards, approaching the majestic palace. It was as if she had transformed into a cherished princess, receiving respectful gazes and warm smiles wherever she looked.

Despite the spacious and comfortable car she was in, she couldn’t relax. Quietly, she took out her phone and called Zeke.

“Hey, what are you up to?” she asked.

With just an hour’s time difference between Southeast Aciatic and Jangasas, Lina checked her watch. Zeke was probably working at the supermarket. She could hear the chaotic noise on the other end.

“I’m collecting payments! Quite busy with customers today,” he replied.

“Oh… never mind then.”

“Wait!” Zuko quickly snatched the phone and gave an intimidating glare to drive away the customers. He asked in a hushed voice, “What’s wrong?”

“I just… wanted to talk to you. It feels so surreal like I’m dreaming!” Lina spoke softly.

lips. She must have received a grand reception befitting a state guest. His father’s “close” friend had come

Zuko asked in

moment of contemplation, Lina’s voice turned tender. “The

his heart skip a beat. He gripped the snack packaging tightly, almost bursting it. At that moment, it felt as if a field of flowers had bloomed before his eyes, creating a magnificent floral

“Ms. Jenner, it’s

Zuko, “Zeke, I have to get off the car now. Let’s video chat at

gazing at his phone’s dark screen for a moment.

convoy drove straight into the

the car, capturing

treated her like an honored guest, escorting her inside

two

anger, her annoyance growing upon seeing Lina. She rolled her eyes countless times, muttering disdainfully, “Hmph! A country bumpkin at the

let them slide for the time being. He greeted Lina with a polite smile. “Ms. Jenner, your attire does not meet

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