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.

appearing on his lips. She must have received a grand reception befitting a state guest. His father’s “close” friend had come through for him at this

Zuko asked in

tender. “The

bursting it. At that moment, it felt as

interrupted them. “Ms. Jenner, it’s time to get out of the

get off the car now. Let’s video chat at our usual time tonight, don’t

replied hesitantly, “Oh… mm,” before gazing at his phone’s dark screen for a moment. Suddenly, a bright grin spread across his

drove straight into the palace, parking in the

of the car, capturing the astonished gazes of

like an honored guest, escorting

they had spent nearly two hours going

Violet seethed with anger, her annoyance growing upon seeing Lina. She rolled her eyes countless times, muttering

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

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