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A couple in their late fifties was staring curiously at her inspecting her from head to toe. They were Steve’s parents.
Aziza, Mike’s precious jewel. Steve’s father said becoming emotional.
Mike’s eyes but everything else is Lorrane. His mother added blinking to prevent her tears from falling.
Aziza was stunned. John told her that his father got along well with Marlones because the activists used their farm to hide from the regime but how did they know her mother and why were they so teary?
Steve was also stunned by his parent’s reaction. They were so tearful looking at Aziza. Hi Mom, hi Dad. I’m Steve your son, I’m also here.
Oh shut up Steve, his mother said smilin
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