Episode 8

Once they reached the top, they entered the store, to which the employees greeted them. Madeleine gave Adeline a smile, before walking ahead with purpose. "You come along, Adeline."

"Oh, alright." Adeline sighed and followed behind her.

They shopped all afternoon till night and made their way back home before dinner.

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At dinner, the three girls chatted happily, enjoying their meal. Cherry who had decided to spend the night with them. The silence is broken again when they hear the door opening. Everyone paused and turned their heads towards the doorway, staring at the tall figure in awe. He was dressed in a black suit and white collared shirt, his hair was styled neatly and slicked up. His brown eyes were gleaming as he looks around. Then his gaze landed on Madeleine. The dark look in his eyes intensified as he glanced over at Adeline, who sat in between Cherry and Madeleine. "Uncle Williams." Madeleine smiled sweetly and stood up to greet him.

Williams smiled widely and pulled