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Chapter 429

Author: Lean
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Alana quickly changed the topic to avoid him guessing the truth. "Do you remember what day tomorrow is?"

"What day is it?"

"Your own birthday!" Alana, frustrated at his lack of awareness, said, "It's such a great occasion. You should naturally invite Charlotte and introduce her to your childhood friends."

"Oh." Frank seemed indifferent. "I'd forgotten. I'll see."

"What are you waiting for?" Alana waved her hand. "I've already booked the place and I'll notify the people. You'd better muster up the courage with the help of alcohol and make a move."

After hanging up, the housekeeper finished cleaning and left.

Frank, enduring the pain in his legs, got up and walked slowly to the bathroom to retrieve the bathrobe Charlotte had worn. After confirming it was dry, he folded it carefully and placed it on the bedside table next to the ugly rabbit-shaped piggy bank.

The piggy bank from 20 years ago was handmade by her. The current piggy bank was also handmade by her, 20 years later.

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