"Mr. Hamertons, s-stop fighting!

"No^ Don't... don't hit me...

"I promise both of you will have a set of lipsticks today. No one will leave empty-handed!" -

Later, Toph and Chris walked out of DL Mall, satisfied and carrying shopping bags. They found a food truck by the roadside, ordered a table full of snacks and two packs of beer, and indulged themselves thoroughly.

The next day, Toph confidently arrived at the Thompson residence with the cosmetics in hand. Coincidentally, Renee opened the door and could not help the delight when she saw what he was holding.

"What do you think?" Toph flicked his hair and smirked. "Do you like it?"

Renee nodded and stepped forward to hug him after a moment, tears trickling down her face.

"Hey, don't cry!" Toph was taken aback. "I bought this for you hoping to make you happy, not to make you sad."

Renee smiled through her tears. She was not sad—she was just too touched, to the point she felt it was all unreal.

out the lipstick, carefully applying it to her lips. The color was beautiful, complementing her complexion

her face. Even

different colors." Toph proudly showcased. "I don't know the difference between all these shades of red, but you can wear a different one every day and be

Toph." Renee looked at him with mixed emotions, then softly said after a while, "Previously... at the banquet, I shouldn't have said those things to you. It's just that I

you did that. It's because I made you feel insecure,

her eyes and said seriously, "Renee, I don't want to marry anyone else besides you. Our wedding date has just been postponed. My parents haven't said anything about canceling the engagement. Just be at ease. I'll also keep an eye on myself more in the future and make sure I don't get too close

"Okay."

the rhythm of his heartbeat and finding a moment

in her heart still

she knew about Toph, he was a straightforward guy. She was the one who had apologized first, and given his character, he probably considered that matter settled. He would not overthink it, let alone buy lipsticks to surprise her. He was someone who moved forward and focused on the

advised him to

rose within Renee. After Toph left,

the Hamerton brothers. Apart from Cordelia and Zephyr, Zuko and Toph relied on Wendy the most. Wendy was kind-hearted, respectful, and caring toward both Lina and

phone, Renee hesitated before saying, "Aunt

Renee!" Wendy was busy in the

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