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Chapter 17

Author: Syre E.
last update Last Updated: 2025-07-28 01:02:17

‎Elliot's POV

‎Clara looked at me and sighed before heading towards the entrance of the other room. Lila slipped out, walking towards me and smiling.

‎"Where are you going, Lila?" Clara asked.

‎"You know, I thought how lonely Elliot would be here. I've decided to take him to the event decorator to keep him busy," Lila replied.

‎ "What about your dress design? How are you going to choose that?" Clara asked.

‎ "Oh Clara, that's why you're my big sister. I trust you and your judgment. Whatever you pick is fine by me as long as we wear the same color," Lila said, smiling. Clara looked on, confused.

‎Lila turned to our mother, "I just thought to help by accompanying Elliot to the event decorator. You know how men are about these things," Lila began. "A woman's touch or input would be needed, and since Clara is so busy with dresses and other things, I decided to lighten her load," Lila finished her explanation.

‎"That's so kind of you, honey," Clara's mother told Lila.

‎"Come on, Elliot
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