YULIAI was halfway down the stairs when Daphne called after me. “Yulia, slow down! At least eat something before you leave.”“I'll eat later,” I called back, already reaching for my handbag. “Adeline is waiting for me.”When I hurried into the dining room, my father sat at the table with his tea, flipping through his case study while Daphne stood beside the breakfast spread. The smell of freshly cooked eggs, toast, bacon, and pancakes filled the room, making my stomach rumble despite my leaving.Daphne pointed toward the table. “Sit down for five minutes.”I sighed dramatically. “Five minutes is a lot when I'm already late.”My father chuckled. “Your friend isn't going anywhere, baby girl.”“I know, but we have a lot to do today.”Daphne shook her head and pushed a plate toward me. “Then at least eat.”I reluctantly picked up a slice of bacon and took a bite. “There. Happy?”She gave me an unimpressed look. “One slice?”I smiled innocently. “I'm good.”My father laughed. “Don't forg
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