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It Was Needed

Author: Nao Solano
last update Last Updated: 2026-01-05 17:43:44

"So, the real reason I forced you here today," my dad continues, starting to attack his steak, "The annual Bloom Beauty charity gala is happening next month."

"I know. I'm going to be networking on the event..." I start, but he shuts me up with a look. Oh, he's serious about this, "That's what we agreed on. You told me—"

"Yes, four months ago. I was hoping you'd be cured by now," he lets out. Chloe slaps his arm, "Not 'cured', sorry. I just thought... honestly, I fully thought being back home would fix everything for you. I'm realizing maybe that's not the case, so I'll be implementing a few more steps. One, I want you to go to the gala next month, not to network but to actually be present and enjoy yourself, get to meet some people and maybe even get a little tipsy, why not. And not only that, but I want you to attend every event, just like Chlo and Celeste. I'm forcing them to introduce you to more people... excluding men."

"Excluding men?" Celeste repeats, confused, "I thought
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