Toph, known for his carefree personality, felt sentimental today, appreciating a parent’s love and effort.

Unaware of the noises outside, the people in the room remained focused.

After changing into two outfits, Lina stared at Zuko, her heart heavy with a question. Before she could ask, he preemptively handed her his phone.

Lina froze, unsure of what to make of the gesture.

Zuko ruffled her hair, wearing an indulgent smile. “I know you want to call your parents.”

“You…”

“Use my phone.” Zuko chuckled. “I didn’t want them to worry, so I didn’t tell them about your disappearance. When I couldn’t keep it a secret any longer, I arranged for them to come to Centrolis, intending to tell them the truth. But unexpectedly, you sent a signal at that very moment.”

Lina silently gazed at him, her emotions intertwining within her.

will prove that we’re together, and

“Okay.”

saving a landline number on the phone. “This is the phone in the guest room at home. The internal line is more secure and won’t be monitored. For safety reasons, it’s

thoughtfulness, Lina tiptoed and

but he concealed his excitement behind a calm expression and a few light

the call connected, a lazy voice came from the

heart skipped a beat. “Dave? Is

was a brief silence before a

Come quickly! It’s… it’s Lina!

before bursting into

the phone—Dave’s loud voice, Jesse and Melissa’s eager attempts to

of them competed to speak to Lina, prompting Dave

the world

shaky voices expressing concern

The Novel will be updated daily. Come back and continue reading tomorrow, everyone!

Comments ()

0/255