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CHAPTER 19

Penulis: writerclarity
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CHAPTER 19

Now I remember why she looked so familiar, she was the girl that I saw in the family portrait on my first day in this mansion.

“Sorry ma’am I didn't recognize you too,’’ I answered with an awkward smile.

“That's fine sweety. Let me introduce myself properly, I am Lavender Hallows the mother of Fiona and Hendrix.Nice meeting you dear, welcome to the family.’’ She said then hugged me.

Is this the reason why this place is called Hallow City? Their last name is Hallows, it makes sense

She acts like Fiona, sweet and clingy.

“Nice to meet you ma’am’’ I replied with a smile.

“Hey sweety don't call me ma’am, You can call me auntie from now on”

She looked so warm and approachable so we easily got comfortable with each other.

“May I ask if your parents are not coming to your marriage ceremony? She asked out of the blue.

We are now here at the small table in the middle of the garden while having some tea time. She asked me to join her and I was too shy to decline so I ended up here,

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