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.
almost misunderstood, thinking Theo was about to confess his feelings to
had once told her he could give her anything
to Patricia, just like the meaning of tulips –
past, circling around Ellinor It seemed to be reminding her:
away, furrowed her brows, stunned. What was going on?
was Theo doing?
did Patricia choose to return today of all
was Ellinor?
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call Ellinor, only to be met with a robotic voicemail message: Sorry, the number you’re calling is
switched off
had already left.
the towering skyscrapers of the bustling The Bund in Greenhaven lit
the LED display of the Century Bank skyscraper, the
building was broadcasting ‘Welcome
performing in the
and random passersby all looked on
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