The phone rang, echoing through the room.

Liberty picked up.

The secretary's voice came through, letting her know that Kathryn had arrived.

“Please show Miss Farrell in,” Liberty replied, setting the phone back down.

“Kathryn's here,” she told Duncan.

Unfazed, Duncan responded, “Let her come in.

We have nothing to hide.

No reason to avoid her.” Everyone in Wiltspoon and Jensburg knew that Duncan was Liberty’s fiance.

lt wasn't unusual for Kathryn to see him in Liberty’s office.

After all, Duncan was a Shareholder in Liberty’s company, even if he wasn't involved in its day- to-day operations.

He trusted Liberty to manage it well.

but

headed to the tea

walked in, followed by Pedro, who was carrying several large and small gift

the tea room just as they

bring all this?” Kathryn greeted

sat on the couch, eyes

bought some New Year gifts for you,

might not make it to your wedding, so I wanted to give these

time as any.” Liberty poured tea for Kathryn and Pedro before pushing Duncan's chair over

cup for Duncan and took her

a wedding gift from an elder, I'll accept it with gratitude,” Liberty said

was technically younger, her status made her an elder in some

Year gifts

have them sent over later,” Liberty

Fair was fair.

rivals—but they were always connected

smiled, a touch of sadness

be any real New Year celebration for us this

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