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Chapter 470

Author: Marina Vittori
Over at Spices Diner, Florence sat in a booth and took in the sight around her, occasionally commenting on what she saw. "Look, Dahlia. Things are so different here in Millsburg. Every other diner here looks so posh! I've decided! I'll stay here in Millsburg for good! This is such a huge and advanced city! Everything's so convenient here, and it's way better than stuffy old Swinton!"

There was nothing much Dahlia could do but listen helplessly. She had planned on coming to Millsburg to assume her position alone, but Florence and James insisted on tagging along. They claimed that they didn't want her coming to Millsburg alone with no one to rely on and that they'd be more at ease knowing that they'd be able to help her and take care of her.

"Mom, does Aunt Victoria live nearby?" James suddenly asked out of nowhere.

"She does! And I've invited her to join us for lunch. She should be here by now." Florence nodded.

As they spoke, a group of three came in through the door, led by a gla
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