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159. Let Time Decide
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2026-06-17 11:30:01"The short course will most likely be in Australia. I just don't know which part yet," Aurelia said, her eyes shining with excitement.
There was a new light in her, as though a dream she had kept buried for years was finally within reach.
"I'll only be living there for three months... I think?" she added, sounding uncertain yet hopeful at the same time.
Lestari fell silent.
Her lips parted as if she wanted to say something, but no words came out.
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