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.”

“I haven’t seen them for a long time. How

Ruby had calmed down and led her parents to sit at the table. Ruby made an ‘OK‘ gesture to him, and he directed the camera toward the dining table. “Come, say hello to

sweetly, “Happy New Year,

a smile, “Happy

with Andrew earlier, but despite her depression, she responded with a smile, “Happy New Year, Lumma. Ruby told me you were on a trip to Preivlille. How is everything going over there? Do you miss the local

relationship with Ruby was not affected, thanks to

with Worm in private.” Ruby

Though she had calmed down, her voice was still a little nasal. “Worm, listen carefully.

sensed that something was wrong. “Ruby, what’s

changed the subject. “Are there any good shows to watch in

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