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Elysia nodded, and Alice jumped up in delight.

“Elysia, familiar voice called out from behind. Elysia turned to see Elena approaching.

“Who is she?” Alice asked, peering up at Elysia.

“A friend of mine, Elysia replied and then turned to Elena with a smile. “I thought you had already left.

As they talked, Elena noticed Alice and couldn’t help but ask, “When did you pick up a little one?”

Alice frowned. “I’m not

not a kid!”

“Quite the little firecracker, huh?” Elena teased with a grin.

“Hmph!” Alice turned her head away defiantly.

“Alright, stop teasing her. I met this young lady just now,” Elysia said.

Elena nodded, her expression turning serious. I have a gift for you.”

What kind of gin

Elena didn’t answer immediately. Instead, she looked at Alice, her tone surprisingly gentle. “Kid, can you give us a moment? I need to talk with her,”

Alice glanced at Elysia, who nodded, and reluctantly said, “Okay. She moved a few steps away, still keeping an eye on them. “Here you go,” Elena said, handing Elysia a phone.

Elysia took it, puzzled. “What’s this?”

“A gift

The phone was playing a video featuring Emma and the waiter who had bumped into Elysia, Emma looked furious. If you

and let her notice, I wouldn’t be in this awkward situation. How dare you still ask me for the rest of the hadn’t messed

payment?”

up

The waiter retorted, “I was careful, I swear! Maybe she just figured it out by accident. It’s really not my fault. I did what you asked, and I really need this money. My mom needs it to save her life,”

Emma scoffed, “Why should I care if your mom’s life depends on this money? Since you didn’t get the job done, you have no right to talk to me about cash.”

The waiter tried to say more. “Ms. Rosewood-

cut him off, turning

Elysia

grabbed a quick shot of the scene. So, do you like

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an eyebrow. “Why are you helping

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handing it to Elysia. “It’s a backup of

to Elena but didn’t show any interest in the USB stick. “I don’t take favors without

still hanging in the air, but she didn’t pull

to need

it

into her hand. “If we meet again, and I’m in a good mood, maybe I’ll tell you

into

over. “Elysia.

smiled. “Do you

Thanks, but I know the way. Elysia, maybe you should give me your contact info, so I can find you if I want to see you

Elysia took the

and paper

pen

handed it back. “Don’t lose it this

worry. I’ll keep it safe,” Alice

Yuna stepped out from behind and said, “Ms. Rosewood.”

handed her the necklace, her voice calm. “Make

“Yes, Ms. Rosewood.”

surprised. It was his first time

welcome. Please forgive me,” Lucas greeted Yuna with a big, hearty laugh and

for formalities. We’re here today to discuss

intrigued. “What kind of deal could Arcanum House fer me? Could

doesn’t deal with just anyon No matter how high one’s status, if the owner of Arcanunt House doesn’t like him, he’s outta luck when it comes

talk business about medicine with that could bring me fanie and fortune, But what have we done to deserve such a

is it? Lacas

a wood–colored box from her assistant and banded

tame

and was surprised to see the Azure Qce inside ant this the birthday gift I gave to Selena

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out the necklace, and sure enough, there were the tiny letters “SW” engraved on the clasp–it was definitely the one he’d given to Selena. But he couldn’t

can you tell me the price?” Yuna asked

may I ask where this necklace

boss, and this necklace is her way of making up for

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