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Half an hour later, Felix, Jack, and Vanessa arrived at Nancy's apartment, where she was busy in the kitchen, wearing an apron.
"Make yourselves comfortable," she called out. "Just two more dishes to go. Nessa, could you help entertain them?"
The apartment was not large, around 900 square feet. Nancy had bought it with a mortgage and help from her parents for the down payment. According to Vanessa, Nancy was fiercely independent and wanted her own place, leaving future marriage considerations for later.
As a university professor, Nancy's income was decent enough to handle the mortgage payments. Her modest dress and lifestyle showed she was neither extremely frugal nor wasteful with money.
"Wow! Cici, your place is so neat and clean," Jack complimented. "Unlike our mess of an apartment."
Vanessa immediately pinched his ear. "Oh? Complaining about me? We agreed when we got together that you're in charge of housework or we hire a housekeeper. Having second thoughts now?" Felix could not help but chuckle at their playful bickering, which clearly showed how close they were.
was ready and everyone was seated, Nancy spoke up nervously. "My cooking might not be the best, so please don't be too harsh," she
in. "Are you kidding? These ribs are absolutely incredible! I haven't had them in years! We're lucky Felix brought us
placed a piece on Felix's plate.
took a bite
Felix's approval, Nancy raised her glass. "Felix, everything happened so quickly last time that I didn't properly thank you. I can't imagine what might have happened without your
After answering, her face lit up with excitement. "What? Aunt Elaine's back?
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embarrassed Nancy. He had actually overheard Vanessa's blatant lie earlier, but since this was supposed to be the last setup attempt, he decided to let it slide. In the elevator, Jack's expression was priceless. "Nessa, come on... Aunt Elaine passed away
to me in a dream last night and said she'd visit
you say!"
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