Despite that…

Toph took out his phone, the screen pitch black. He scrolled through his recent chat history with Renee, each message feeling like he was talking to himself.

[Have you eaten?]

[What are you doing at home?]

[Do you want to go out for a walk today?]

No response to any of them.

However, it was not like this in the past. Previously, the reply would be almost immediate no matter who messaged the other. They could talk about even the most trivial matters, like seeing a small flower by the road, finding a cute baby laughing, or the weather being really sunny for a long time.

Toph felt a bit downcast as he dug into the food.

Just then, Wendy brought in some guests.

“Zuko, Toph!”

it was judging

lit up with a smile. To everyone’s surprise, Chris and Lena followed closely behind, holding hands. Their eyes radiated happiness, tinged with a touch of

and Zuko exchanged a glance,

You three came together!” Toph’s previous gloominess vanished as he warmly welcomed them. “Join us for a meal! I’ll ask Aunt Wendy to

need,” Arya replied. “I’ve already eaten, and they’ve probably had their special pizza of

the Hamerton brothers. “I’m here today to give Aunt Cordelia her present in advance! My dad got a good piece of jade, had it carved into the shape of a peony, symbolizing prosperity, and is gifting it

it tomorrow during the birthday

much.” Zuko

Cordelia won’t mind!” “How could they?!” Toph laughed heartily. “Anything Uncle Josiah gives must be good stuff!

here tomorrow to enjoy the food

attempted to punch

Chris chuckled. “I’m the same as Arya. I’ll present my gift tomorrow. But tonight, there’s someone who wants

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