Ruby’s hands shook with fright. “Harry, what should I do? It’s Worm calling.”

Harry took her phone with one hand and placed the other on her shoulder. “Ruby, don’t panic. I’ll answer it and talk to her. Go wash your face and calm down. Then get your parents to the table. Try not to let Worm see anything unusual.”

“Okay.” Ruby hurried into the bathroom.

Harry cleared his throat and answered the video call. “Worm, happy new year! I wish you everlasting happiness.”

“We all will have a prosperous new year,” Lumma said, telling from the background that Harry was not in his house. “Are you at Ruby’s house? Where is she? Why didn’t she answer the phone? Did she go on a blind date without letting me know?”

Harry laughed. “What blind date? I’m spending the New Year with Ruby at her house tonight. Her parents are preparing dinner for us, and Ruby is helping in the kitchen.”

them for a

and led her parents to sit at the table. Ruby made an ‘OK‘

them sweetly, “Happy New

with a smile,

Year, Lumma. Ruby told me you were

responded politely. After the incident, Lumma’s relationship with Ruby was not affected, thanks to

guys go ahead and eat. We’re going to chat with Worm in private.” Ruby grabbed the phone.

her voice was still a little nasal. “Worm, listen carefully. You have to

was wrong.

subject. “Are there any

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