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Chapter Sixteen: A Strange Homecoming
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Serena smiled, suddenly feeling nostalgic. "It's called chicken stew, and this is my most favorite dish in the whole wide world. It's my comfort food." she informs him."This tastes really great! You absolutely have to teach me how to cook this." Liam nodded in approval.They talked a few more things while eating. After a few moments, Via excuses herself."I'm sorry for spoiling the fun guys, but I'm extremely exhausted. I'll go ahead to my room, okay?" she said, while looking so tired and weary. "It's absolutely fine, sweetie. Don't forget to take your medicine." Don Rafael gently reminded his daughter."Thanks, Dad. Paolo, darling, can you escort me to the room? My legs still feels a bit weak." Via requested to her boyfriend."Of course, Via. Let's go." said Paolo, as he stands up.Paolo secretly gave a quick glance towards Serena, then he turned his attention back to Via. "Nice meeting you, Liam. I know we'll be seeing a lot of each other while you're here. I'll just make it up
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