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Chapter 31. A pinch of reality.
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2024-10-29 19:42:56Leonardo's POV.
Uncertainly I had stood outside her room wondering if I had been right and if I should knock. Soon the lights of her room had flicked on.
Since no more screams had followed I had not knocked, knowing she would not appreciate it. Today morning her reddish eyes had hinted she had been crying.
Was it because of the emotions she felt at the sudden appearance of the mother she had believed to be dead?
Somehow I felt that was not the only reason. It had taken all my resolve not to ask he4 details in the morning and leave with Martha.
Zavi had quietly implored with her eyes her concern and urge about her mother but nothing beyond.
Of course Martha would be taken care of. I had already got my assistant to fix an appointment with her counselor for later in the day. I would be accompanying her.
However what about Zavi? I would need to figure out some way to know her problem and also make it all right for
ShelyKI hope this chapter has been good read. Leonardo is working on the details for future while Saira is trying to forget some past details. What did you think about the conversation in Leonardo's office? Do you think Leonardo will be able to help her sort her trouble? Will she allow him to? Please vote if you have enjoyed reading the chapter and leave your comments. Love, from me to you.:)
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