Toph rarely dined out with Renee. The hotel owned by the Hamerton Group offered every imaginable amenity, and Toph had instructed the kitchen to prepare Renee's favorite dishes.

They sat across from each other, undisturbed by others, while a gentle violin melody drifted in from outside. Sunlight streamed through the tall windows, creating colorful patterns on the luxurious carpet.

Everything felt serene as if time itself had slowed.

Toph smiled at Renee, who sat quietly with a strand of hair falling near her ear. She brushed it aside gracefully, her fingers long and fair, just as they had always been.

Toph's heart skipped a beat.

Renee suddenly asked, "Toph, did you read the books I recommended?"

It was as if the tranquility had shattered, replaced by the jarring crash of broken glass.

He met her gaze again, only to realize that Renee had changed. There were many things in her eyes that he couldn't comprehend, much like those complex strategy theories that were gradually dampening his enthusiasm.

"Toph?" Renee's voice grew firmer. "I'm talking to you. What's wrong?"

the food on his plate. "I-I read

"Did you understand them?"

"Yeah."

were all real examples

carefully trying to change the subject. "Renee, these

Renee's expression was serious.

Toph fell silent.

not read any of

pounding fiercely. He was like a cheating student before Renee. If he were

"Renee, why do you insist on making

of her cutlery hitting the plate was crisp. "Toph, you haven't even stepped into the Hamerton Group. What right do you have to talk about likes

"You..."

said that parents tend to favor their youngest? Why is it the opposite for

"Renee!"

stared at her, panting

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