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Chapter 91 - Fruit of Deception

Penulis: Anney GW
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Vienna’s POV

I finished my shift with a tired exhale, peeling off my flour-dusted chef’s uniform in the quiet of the employee lounge. My limbs ached with the kind of weariness that came from more than just standing all day. It had been a heavy couple of days.

I reached for my beige cardigan, soft and familiar, and slipped it on over my tank top. As I adjusted the sleeves, my phone buzzed against the bench.

The screen lit up with a sponsored ad: "Pursue Your Dreams at Le Cordon Bleu – Apply Now!"

I hesitated, thumb hovering before I tapped the link. The page opened to "Application Requirements." Glossy images of pristine kitchens and polished desserts filled the screen.

A small ache bloomed in my chest. Was this what I needed? Was I lacking something that no talent or hard work could ever replace?

Just then, the door creaked open. Fred stepped in, casually wiping his hands on a towel. His eyes immediately found me. "There you are," he said with a tired smile. "I’ve been looking for yo
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