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Chapter 245 A Belated Apology

Author: blazers990
last update Last Updated: 2024-12-12 13:25:59

"Beck?!" Chloe exclaimed in surprise, glancing at her brother and then at the barbecue shop. She hadn't expected to run into him here. "You're working here?"

Beck grinned widely. "Yeah, just a part-time job for now," he said, clearly thrilled to see her. Since Chloe had helped him solve that issue at school, he hadn't seen her again.

Moments ago, he hadn't even recognized her at first glance.

Beck quickly found Chloe a seat and ordered some barbecue for her.

Though Beck was usually carefree, he immediately noticed the tension clouding Chloe's face. Perhaps something was bothering her. Since their father passed away, that troubled look had become all too familiar.

The shop was bustling with customers. Just as Beck sat down to keep Chloe company, more people arrived. He had no choice but to excuse himself and tend to them.

Chloe's gaze followed Beck as he moved around the shop. She realized it had been a while since they'd last seen each other. He seemed to have grown taller, his skin d
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