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Chapter 285

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CHAPTER 285

That morning, the air at the airport was still cool. The sound of suitcase wheels scraping against the shiny marble floor mixed with the bustle of people passing by, each with their own busy faces. Olivia stood in front of the departure gate, holding her ticket and passport tightly. Beside her, Elena tried to smile even though her eyes were glistening with tears.

“Mommy, are you sure it’s okay if I go now?” Olivia asked softly.

Elena immediately pulled her daughter into her arms. “O
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