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Chapter 70 : Touch down

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"Touchdown."

"Is this the land of my birth?" little DJ asked softly the moment he stepped off the plane, his small feet meeting the solid ground.

"Yes, my son," Diego replied, taking in a deep breath of the familiar air. "This is where you were born."

Behind them, Camilla emerged from the plane. "It feels good to be back after all these years," she said, as she looked around.

"Let’s get going," Diego muttered firmly.

The guards who had been waiting near the runway quickly moved into position. Diego walked ahead, with his mother and son following close behind......

...............

Ma’am, should I pack your things in your room?" the maid asked as Celeste walked into the house.

"Where else are you going to pack it if not in my room?" Celeste snapped, shooting her a cold side glance.

"I... I’ll pack them in your room then," the maid stammered, stepping aside as Celeste limped past her.

"Ma’am, should I call the doctor?" the maid asked gently. "Your foot looks like it’s swelling."
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