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2024-10-29 19:42:56From one corner of the cafe, Lily's eyes couldn't help but notice how the two awkward-looking people interacted. Not knowing what they were talking about, Lily chose to give them time and space.
Lily still remembered when the beautiful woman approached her at school this afternoon. She was very surprised when she found out who it was. Keana Grizelle. Cheryl's biological mother.
"I'm sorry if my presence took Miss Lily by surprise."
Keana smiled awkwardly as she never expected to take this step. She was determined to meet her daughter's birth mother. She didn't know whether James or Lily had told Cheryl about her or not. She felt that she had to meet immediately. She was afraid of missing the opportunity again. She regretted what she had done enough. This time, all her confidence led her to approach for just a moment.
"Have I known you before?" asked Lily confused by suddenly being approached by such a beautiful woman. There was something familiar to Lily
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