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Chapter 472

Author: Warm Cocoa
"Grandpa, Grandma, Mentor—this is some game meat Stellar and I cooked together. Thought we’d bring it over for you to try."

Stephen set the packed containers on the table with a casual smile.

The elders, however, weren’t about to let it slide that easily.

"Oh? So, you two had time to cook together, did you?"

"Sounds a lot like playing house to me."

"Maybe us moving out was just what someone needed to make their move."

Their teasing came one after another, leaving Stellar caught completely off guard.

Her cheeks flushed as she scrambled for an excuse. "Um—the food’s still hot, so you should eat it while it’s fresh. We’ll just... head back now."

Without waiting for a reply, she grabbed Stephen by the arm and made a swift escape to the villa next door.

Behind them, the elders shook their heads and sighed dramatically.

"She’s not even married yet, and already siding with him."

"That boy’s got some tricks up his sleeve, alright."

Once they made it back inside, Stellar finally let out a lo
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