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The Search

Author: Henrietta Otu
last update Last Updated: 2020-09-09 00:26:54

Clifford furiously drove out of the house with Lian. He was more determined and burnt on finding his wife now than ever.  They drove in a long silence.  As they passed the Kiddie's boutique, he noticed his wife's car parked there.

"Isn't that Rosie's car?" he asked Lian, pointing to the direction where the car was parked

"I think it is Cliff, pull over and let's go have a look."

"Okay, Lian." he answered.

Clifford found a spot to park his car well and they both rushed out of the car to the shop. They pulled the door opened and the receptionist welcomed them with a smile.

"Good morning sir, welcome to Kiddie's Care. How may I assist you." she asked

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