Lina was cautious with each step she took. When Janine introduced her and Renee to the other members of the Bakers, she paid close attention, not wanting to make any mistakes in the future.

“Some of them are distant relatives of the Bakers,” Janine told her with a smile. “But they’re quite capable!

“In the future, you’ll see. I don’t care about anything else when I assess people. I don’t ask about their background. As long as they have good character and are willing to make progress, I’m willing to support them!”

Lina nodded and smiled back at her.

There were both males and females among the Bakers. Young people always had endless topics to discuss when they gathered. Moreover, they were all familiar with Zuko and Toph, so Lina quickly fit in.

As they all chatted happily, someone entered the hall. Things seemed to pause momentarily as they watched the girl walk straight to Janine and hug her with a bright grin.

“Sorry, Grandma Janine! I snuck out of the hotel as soon as I arrived in Centrolis because I wanted to look around. But I got lost and just came back now!” she apologized.

“I’m sorry for being late!” The girl turned to tell the others. “Don’t worry. I’ll down three glasses later as a penalty!”

into a high ponytail and

faintly without saying anything and brought her

is Desiree, the Harpers’ young heiress,” Janine said, looking at her. “You two are about the same age… You’ll probably

Janine left to socialize with Cordelia and

relaxed. They listened to the

Desiree drank her penalty, she spotted Zuko and Toph and waved to them enthusiastically. “Hey, long time

long, has it?” Toph laughed. “When Zuko and I visited

memory’s failing me!” Desiree’s voice was loud,

with everyone happily, and Lina felt

“Toph and I did grow up with Desiree. Every time we went to Melorian when we were kids, we always

didn’t you mention

friend. I didn’t pay much

Hamerton, so he wasn’t as close to the Bakers

at most, an acquaintance

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