Chapter 257
A slim girl, all dolled up, hopped out, surrounded by a flutter of colorful butterflies.
She excitedly leaped into Theo’s arms, snuggling into his embrace “Theo, I’m back. Thanks for everything you’ve prepared for me I
love it, and I’m really touched!”
Ellinor stood by the side, wearing a deadpan expression as she watched them
That fleeting moment of nervousness and fluttering heart now seemed rather ridiculous.
Patricia was back.
Today, every tulip in Pearl Moon was there to welcome Patricia’s return.
And Theo had wanted her here, probably to let her know his Patricia was back. He wanted her to be prepared and be careful with her words and actions to avoid causing any misunderstandings with Patricia. That must be it, right?
So, that’s it. She got it now.
about to confess
told her he could give her anything except
the meaning of tulips – the greatest love,
fluttered past, circling around Ellinor It seemed to be reminding
her brows, stunned. What was
Theo
return today of
where was
www
to call Ellinor, only to be met with a
switched off
had already left.
the towering skyscrapers of the bustling The Bund
skyscraper, the
screen on the neighboring building was
in the air,
tourists snapping pictures, and random passersby all looked
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