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Chapter 23 Close enough

Penulis: Ria M
last update Tanggal publikasi: 2026-02-17 02:35:29

(Rayner)

“Yes, Grandpa. The art collection will definitely be ready before your birthday. I can assure you that.”

I can already imagine the proud look on his face through the phone. With him, it is never just about business. It’s legacy. Expectation.

And somehow, he always gets me.

Before he can start another round of reminders, I press red and end the call.

Of course, he’s the only person who can randomly call me at any hour and get away with it.

Well… except for—

I exhale sharply and head bac
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