"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.

applying it to her lips. The color was beautiful, complementing her complexion and no longer

a smile returned to her face. Even she liked how she looked

colors." Toph proudly showcased. "I don't know the difference between all these shades of red, but you can wear

at him with mixed emotions, then softly said after a while, "Previously... at the banquet, I shouldn't have said

you did that. It's because

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

"Okay."

of

that unease in her heart

he probably considered that matter settled. He would not overthink

advised

feeling rose within Renee. After Toph left, she

Apart from Cordelia and Zephyr, Zuko and Toph relied on Wendy the most. Wendy was kind-hearted, respectful, and caring toward both Lina and Renee, so they often

phone, Renee hesitated

busy in

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