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Announced to the World

Author: Laurel Kai
last update publish date: 2026-02-15 02:12:44

Patricia did not simply request Ava to sit. She basically commanded her to sit.

“Sit!” Patricia hissed, in front of the dining table, and crossed her arms. She was not patient enough to talk.

Ava obeyed as she lowered herself into the chair. She was aware that such a conversation would not be amusing. Her chest was tight, as though something other than that were about to strike her.

Patricia began, "We should discuss the engagement.”

Ava nodded. "Okay."

Patricia heaved a sigh and told her, "We
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