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The morning sun streamed through the windows, casting a warm glow over the house. Via woke up to the alarm clock's gentle hum, signaling another busy day's start. She stretched and rubbed her eyes before slipping out of bed, her mind racing with the tasks ahead. Via moved quietly through the house, not wanting to wake Jaydee and Kaydee. She made her way to the kitchen, starting a pot of coffee before preparing breakfast. The familiar routine brought her a sense of calm amidst the chaos of the morning rush. Once breakfast was ready, Via headed to the kids' room, where Jaydee and Kaydee were still fast asleep, their faces peaceful and serene. She gently shook them awake, her voice soft and soothing. "Good morning, my loves. It's time to get up and get ready before your uncle comes." Jaydee rubbed her eyes and yawned while Kaydee stretched and mumbled unintelligible. Via smiled and helped them out of bed, ushering them towards the bathroom to wash up. The twins' sleepy grumbles soon tu
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“We’re all set here. Aren’t you going to be late for work?” Collin asked as soon as the kids were busy playing in the area that Collin had prepared for them. Via checked the time on her watch before she shook her head. “It’s still early but I’ll go now.” "Thanks for bringing them, Via. I owe you one," Collin said, quickly hugging Via. "Don't worry about it. I should be the one thankful because you’re going out of your way for the kids," Via replied, her voice gentle but firm. "Are you sure you'll be okay with them?" "We'll be fine," Collin assured her, ruffling Jaydee's hair and giving Kaydee a high-five. "You go on to work. I've got this covered." "Alright," Via said, bending down to hug the twins. "You two be good for Uncle Collin, okay? I'll see you after work." "Okay, Mommy," Jaydee and Kaydee chorused, their faces lighting up with smiles. Via straightened up and gave Collin one last grateful look. "Thanks again, Collin." "Anytime, Vi," he said, his eyes soft and understand
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“I think you two should talk,” Collin butted in when he noticed the awkwardness between the two. “I’ll take the kids home so take your time talking. It’s been a while since you have met each other so you have a lot of catching up to do.” Though she was unsure if that was the right thing to do at the moment, Via nodded her head. She followed Troye, who had already walked his way towards Collin’s office's balcony. “It’s been a long time, Vi.” Troye said again with a smile. “How have you been?” “I’m good.” Via felt awkward. It had been years since the last time she saw him, but the emotions she had before she left were still there. She felt apologetic, and her heart was filled with guilt toward him. The two of them started catching up as Collin instructed them. Troye asked questions about the US, how she adjusted, and how she searched for jobs. In return, Via tried to ask Troye questions about his work and how he remained in touch with Collin after what happened between them. Their c
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When Cassie arrived at Via's house, the sun had just begun to peek over the horizon, her usual bright smile in place. The kids, Jaydee and Kaydee, were already up, their energy infectious as they bounced around the living room. "Auntie Cassie! You're here!" Jaydee exclaimed, running to hug her. "Good morning, sunshine!" Cassie replied with a large smile as she lifted Jaydee into a tight hug. "Are you ready for another fun day?" "Yes! We have so many games planned," Kaydee said, his eyes sparkling excitedly. Hearing the kids welcome her best friend, Via emerged from the kitchen, a cup of coffee in hand. She smiled at the sight of her best friend and her children. "Thanks for coming over so early, Cassie." "No problem at all, Via. You know I love spending time with these munchkins," Cassie replied, setting Jaydee down and walking over to Via. "Are you ready for today?" Via took a deep breath and nodded. "I think so. It's just... there's a lot on my plate right now." Though it was
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Jessica and Via exchanged excited glances as they made their way to the conference room for their first meeting as part of the special project team. The anticipation was palpable, and they couldn't help but feel a mix of nerves and excitement. This was a big step in their careers, and they were eager to prove themselves. As they entered the room, they saw the rest of the team already gathered: Larry, a seasoned project manager known for his strategic mind; Francis, a young and ambitious data analyst; and Carrie, a creative marketing expert with a flair for innovative campaigns. Raizen Nakamura stood at the head of the table, commanding attention. "Good morning, everyone," Raizen began, his voice calm and authoritative. "Congratulations on being selected for this special project team. I have high expectations, but I have no doubt that each of you will bring unique strengths to our initiatives." The team exchanged nods and smiles, the atmosphere already buzzing with a sense of camar
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As the day drew close, Via packed up her things and headed to the parking lot, eager to get home and see her children. She approached her reliable old sedan, which had seen better days, and unlocked it. However, when she tried to start the engine, it sputtered and died. "Come on, not now," she muttered, trying again. The car made a few feeble attempts before falling silent. Via sighed, resting her head on the steering wheel in frustration. After a few more unsuccessful tries, she accepted defeat and grabbed her phone to inform Cassie that she would take a cab on her way home. As she waited for a taxi to pass, she stood by the entrance of the building, watching the last rays of the sun dip below the horizon. The city was alive with the evening bustle, and she couldn't help but feel a bit stranded and vulnerable. Just then, a sleek black car pulled up to the front of the building. The driver's side window rolled down, and Via was surprised to see Raizen Nakamura behind the wheel. "Ms
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Via spent the next morning in a daze, her thoughts scattered between the upcoming day at work and the possibility of reuniting with her father. Collin's words from the previous night echoed in her mind. She was still unsure about bringing the children to meet their grandfather, but she couldn't shake the hope that things would turn out well. She arrived at the office earlier than usual, hoping to get a head start on the day's tasks. As she settled into her desk, she felt a mix of nerves and excitement. Today was the first official meeting of the special team, and she wanted to make a good impression. "Morning, Via." Jessica greeted her with a cheerful smile as she walked in. "Are you Ready for our big meeting?" "Morning, Jess. Yeah, I am," Via replied, managing a smile. "How about you?" "Definitely. I'm excited to see how we can all work together," Jessica said, setting her bag down. "Plus, it's a great opportunity to learn from Mr. Nakamura." The mention of Raizen brought back th
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Via arrived at the office cafeteria, carrying the neatly packed meal Raizen had given her. She had messaged her teammates to meet her there, eager to share the food and take a break from the hectic day. As she entered the cafeteria, she spotted Jessica, Larry, Francis, and Carrie seated at a table, chatting animatedly. "Hey, everyone," Via greeted them with a smile, setting the meal down on the table. "Look what I brought. Mr. Nakamura gave this to me for us to share." "Wow, that looks amazing," Francis said, eyeing the neatly packed containers. "What a nice gesture." "Yeah, let's dig in," Larry added, reaching for the first container. As they started to unpack the meal and distribute the food, Via found her mind wandering back to her encounter with Stacey earlier. The brief interaction left her feeling unsettled, and she couldn't shake the tension it had stirred within her. Jessica, sitting next to Via, noticed her friend's distracted expression. "Hey, Via, are you okay? You
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“Did you wait long?” Cassie asked when she saw Via waiting near the entrance of the subdivision.“No. I just arrived here.” Via entered her best friend’s car, and Cassie started maneuvering towards the main house.“I’m not really sure if this is a good thing, but I want you to know that I’ll always take your side,” Cassie assured her when she noticed her unusual silence.“How were the kids?” Via asked. Truth be told, she was not anxious about meeting her dad again. She was just worried about the kid; they were all she could think of now.“They were fine. Though they haven’t met Dad because Collin insisted that you needed to be there for him to meet them.”Via let out a sigh of relief. It was a good thing Collin was able to have their dad compromise, even just a little. She would have gone mad if the kids had ended up being hurt and she was not there.As the scenery became more familiar, nostalgia washed over her. It had been years since she last stepped foot in that subdivision, but i
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As Via stepped into the office, she couldn't contain her excitement. Today would be a half-day at work, and she was eager to wrap up her tasks and head home to spend time with her children. But that didn't mean she would slack off—far from it. If anything, Via felt even more driven to make the most of her time at the office.Via dove into her work, tackling each task with precision and determination. She was focused, efficient, and a little competitive, pushing herself to exceed her expectations. She lost track of time as she immersed herself in her projects, the hours flying by in a blur of productivity.As the clock ticked closer to the end of her shift, Via's phone rang, jolting her out of her concentration. She glanced at the caller ID and saw her brother's name flashing on the screen. Curious, she answered the call."Hey, Collin. What's up?" Via greeted him, trying to mask the hint of anxiety in her voice."Hey, Via. I need you to come to the main house after work," Collin said,
