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48- LUNA'S TRIUMPH

Author: JENNIFER REGINALD
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BLAISE

Lila and I arrived at the construction site in no time, and the workers paused their activities and greeted us with respectful nods as we stepped out of the car, hand in hand. The sun was high, casting a warm, golden glow over the dusty site. We made our way toward the designated shaded area made by the workers for breaks, and a sleek press car pulled up. Lila’s grip tightened ever so slightly, her lips pursing in a silent scoff.

“Does she really need to be here?” Lila muttered, her gaze fixated on the unfolding scene as a man emerged from the front passenger seat, smoothly opening the door for Amanda.

"She's just doing her job," I responded.

Amanda had chosen a casual yet stylish summer outfit—a loose-fitting white tank top paired with dark navy high-waisted trousers. She added an air of sophistication with a pair of oversized, square-shaped black sunglasses. Spotting us, her face lit up with a radiant smile, and she waved before making her way over. I
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