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Chapter 48: The Drive Between Worlds

作者: babymo1909
last update 最終更新日: 2025-10-21 22:48:15

Erica looked at her for the last time, concern still clear in her eyes. Then, without saying a word, she moved closer and wrapped her arms around Kathalina in a tight, protective hug. For a moment, Kathalina froze, then her expression softened. She returned the hug gently, resting her chin on Erica’s shoulder.

“Thank you,” she whispered. “For supporting me… and for understanding, even when you don’t agree.”

Erica smiled faintly against her shoulder. “I just don’t want to see you get hurt again, Kath. You deserve peace this time.”

Kathalina nodded, her voice low but steady. “I know. And I’ll fight for it, I promise.”

Steve, standing by the table, looked between the two women. The air was thick with emotion, too heavy for him, so he cleared his throat loudly, breaking the tension.

“Alright, love talk over,” he said with mock seriousness. “We’ve got a corrupted design file that’s throwing a tantrum.”

That earned him a small laugh from both women, lightening the mood instantly. They pulle
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