Elara irritably muttered as she descended the stairs, "I wonder what he will give me this time? A receipt for every penny I spent earlier?" Passing through the kitchen, she encountered Fernanda, who had just finished a phone call. Upon hearing Elara's footsteps approaching, Fernanda quickly turned and ended the call."Oh, sweetie, haven't you rested yet?" Fernanda asked, noticing that Elara was still wearing the same clothes she had on earlier, not even having changed into her pajamas and seeming like she still had somewhere to go."I need to pick up some stuff from Melody's, and I might as well crash there tonight since they're leaving for the Nightraven pack tomorrow," Elara replied. Fernanda gave her a thorough look, and Elara knew she was being assessed for honesty."Elara, sweetie. I know Calisto isn't home to watch over and lecture you, but as your stepmom, I just want to say, please take care of yourself," Fernanda responded in the sweetest tone she could muster.Deep down, Ela
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