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Chapter 19

Author: Tess bornell
last update Last Updated: 2025-03-09 15:03:57

:The Devil's Friend

Enzo, Dante's only friend besides Nana, stood next to her wearing a pink floral apron. I couldn't help but wonder how he and Dante were even friends—he didn't seem nearly as scary as Dante.

"Hello again, Shorty," Enzo smiled at me while continuing to flip pancakes.

"Shorty?" I raised an eyebrow and crossed my arms.

"Oh, come on, don't be mad. It suits you perfectly."

"Because I'm short?"

"Exactly, but in an adorable way. It's nothing to be self-conscious about, in my opinion—it makes you even cuter."

Well, considering everyone here—except Nana—was at least two heads taller than me, I guess I did seem short to them.

"I'm not self-conscious," I replied.

"Then can I keep calling you Shorty?"

"Do whatever you want."

"Haha, I knew we'd get along! Now, come here and try my masterpiece."

Nana smacked Enzo on the head, making me cover my mouth in surprise.

"Ouch! What was that for?"

"For taking credit for other people's work. The only thing you're good at is getting on my
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