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Author: Sarah_ikechi
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Sophia's POV.

It was already 1 p.m., and I was walking around the garden, enjoying the view. Although, the garden wasn't like the usual ones around others homes, I still admired the aesthetics it provided.

“I'm sure if I drew a story around this and exhibited it, it would inspire people…” I whispered, smiling gently. “Even people with dark hearts like Alessandro.”

“Time is running out, and it doesn't seem like he's falling in love…” I muttered with a sigh. “But at least he smiled…that's some progress.”

A smile crept onto my lips as his rare smile replayed in my mind.

I glanced around the garden again and then lifted my gaze to the sun. After a moment of admiring its bright beauty, I looked away.

“Want to help me with some cooking?” Mary's vibrant voice broke through my thoughts, and I turned to her.

“Of course,” I giggled, walking toward her. “In the past, I would have preferred nature over cooking, but my perspective on things has changed a bit.”

“I can see that,” Mary said
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