Mitchel’s eyes widened, a flicker of surprise dancing across his face in response to Ariana’s unexpected question. He paused thoughtfully, striving to regain his composure before offering a cautious response.

“Why the sudden curiosity?” he inquired.

Ariana replied with a nonchalant shrug, her tone lighthearted.

“Oh, I happened to catch something in the news. Apparently, he’s never shown his face before, so it piqued my interest.”

Mitchel remained silent for a brief moment, then gently shook his head.

“I haven’t seen him either.”

“This Holden sure is mysterious,” Ariana replied, her laughter too bright as she swiftly changed the subject.

upcoming banquet, seemingly no different

Mitchel’s thoughts. Ariana wouldn’t inquire about Holden without a purpose. His instincts whispered that she must have already crossed paths with Holden in some

his company, Holden navigated his luxury car downtown, following the

a sleepy, tree-lined street, where old stone row houses overlooked the glittering river. It was a quaint corner of the original city, in stark contrast to the gleaming high-rises looming in

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easily spotted the shabby storefront, its faded lettering labeling it a tailor shop. Dust coated the windows, and the

of the adjacent snack shop tinkled open. An older woman emerged, laden with bags, her eyes

but greeted him warmly, “My word, you’ve returned! It’s been four

Holden couldn’t recall ever being there but smoothly

has been quite a while. Has anything major

can think of,” the woman replied with a

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