Renee’s hand had barely retreated when Toph swiftly caught hold of it and calmly placed it back on his arm.

“Toph—”

“I know there are plenty of great restaurants in Jangasas. Come on, let me treat you to a lavish meal!” Toph interrupted, pulling her along.

Renee was momentarily stunned before a smile spread across her face as if she had just won the world.

“Renee, did you know that my parents met in Jangasas?” Toph continued to chat as they walked. “The hotel where they had their first date was called Regalia Hotel, and they had lobster risotto…”

When Zuko returned to the presidential suite, Lina had been unpacking and hadn’t spoken to him since the afternoon.

The atmosphere felt peculiar.

could sense a clear sense of detachment emanating from Lina. There were several instances when

but the words eluded him. He could only

awkward smile took Lina aback. “What are you

hands in his pockets as he glanced around

replied absentmindedly, “Of course, it’s the presidential suite.

known we could switch rooms, I would have come earlier to keep you company!” said

a little when

and uncertainties lingered in her heart, his gentle gaze and smile were

slightly pursed, and buttoned the

gently held her small hand. “What if

“Why?”

flickered in Zuko’s

exposed. Given Lina’s intelligence, she would easily piece it together—perhaps she

personal experience taught him that if two people in love, they shouldn’t keep secrets from each other. She must not find

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