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Unveiling Shadow

Author: Titi Love
last update Last Updated: 2024-12-05 19:08:06

The next day, Estella got out of bed and waited outside Lucian’s room. She still wanted to convince him to go camping with them.

When Lucian opened the door and was about to leave the room, he noticed the girl was standing right before him.

Needless to say, Lucian knew her motive.

Instead of giving her a chance to speak, he said, “Come. Let’s go and have breakfast. Ms. Jarvis should be arriving shortly.”

The girl shook her head, but before she could say something, Lucian interrupted again. “I need to go to the office now. You must obey Ms. Jarvis, okay? Call me if you need anything.”

Before Estella could open her mouth and speak, he immediately walked past her and went downstairs.

Meanwhile, Catalina was preparing breakfast for them in the dining area.

When she saw him walking to the door, she asked in concern, “Breakfast’s ready, Mr. Farwell. Would you like to eat some before leaving?”

Lucian continued walking. “I have to leave now. Remember to open the door for Ms. Jarvis later. Sh
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