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Chapter 24

Author: Miss R
last update publish date: 2026-01-26 20:09:49

Charlene’s POV

Since Monica came back, Lily has been quieter than usual. She no longer waits for me in the kitchen every morning, no longer runs up to me with endless stories. Most of the time, she stays off to the side—listening, watching, keeping things to herself.

That afternoon, I saw them together in the garden. Monica was seated on the metal chair, still elegant even under the heat of the sun. Lily stood in front of her, holding her small bag tightly.

I didn’t mean to overhear them. But M
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