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"It's my home. My world. And I don't want to leave them. Regardless of whether you think the house is small or if you can rent another apartment for me to stay in, you can watch over me as you please."
"I'm worried about your condition, Jess. There's no other intention. I understand that you work here. But when you lived in New York City a while ago, everything was fine, right? No problems, right?"
Kenzo was right in giving his opinion. Because from what he saw, it was indeed like that. Everything Jess did always went according to her wishes. Also, the people who worked under her could cooperate well. Her leadership style, in Kenzo's eyes, seemed different.
"What's the difference between you living with me in Metropolis and you living in New York City a while ago?"
Jess huffed. "That's not what I want. You're imposing something. I hate being forced."
"So, what do you want then?" Kenzo asked, exhaling deeply. "I can't leave you here alone while I ha
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