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Chapter 9: Familiar face from the past

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The week has ended with a tiring and challenging one for Ava Nicole, and now Saturday is in. A weekend she likes the most where she can hike, play her favorite sport, which is badminton, and try to find peers in the bar where her friend is working.

Early in the morning, her father calls her on the phone, saying they are heading to her home for a bigger announcement. They come with an important person for her to deal with.

"Dad, I want to try playing my favorite sport again. Can I cancel meeting your pals today?" she requested in a soft tone.

Her father is always spoiling her about the activity she wants to do, but this time, Mr. Hillson never agreed on her decision.

"Ava, my friend has a handsome son. He wants you to meet him. They are so kind, dear. I swear."

"Dad, did I tell you not to entertain boys to match on me? I'm not that old to not be married again."

"Ava, you're running twenty-six this year. Isn't that old to remain single?"

"Yes, dad. I think so. But if you insist, you can
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