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Genuine Smile

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last update 게시일: 2026-08-07 07:56:02

Sarah lounged comfortably on her bed, a bowl of popcorn resting on her lap as she leisurely scrolled through the university forum.

A smug smile played on her lips.

The moment Ella had been announced as the competition's champion, she had panicked.

The betting poll she created had attracted thousands of participants.

If she honored the winnings, she would have to pay out hundreds of thousands—an amount she couldn't possibly afford.

Fortunately, the forum allowed users to post anonymously.

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