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Chapter 144

Author: Madeline.L
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Growing up, Owen had never heard his dad speak in such a gentle tone...

If his dad had been that tender and patient with him, how could Owen ever conceive of fleeing home day after day?

Yet—

Owen cast a glance at the beautiful little girl and shrank inwardly.

If only he were a fraction as attractive as little sister Angela, Dad would surely cherish him as well.

Isn't it just his luck to be so unappealing?

Angela let go of the puzzle piece in her hands and stood, her gaze fixed on Ivan as she tentatively took the first step forward, only to hesitate and draw back.

She glanced down and cautiously peeked at Todd.

To an outsider, the look held no apparent meaning.

Yet Todd saw right through it.

He had told his sister before that this guy wasn't worth their affection.

So she hesitated.

Todd's emotions were in turmoil.

He stood up, took Angela's hand, and murmured, "Sis, wherever you want to go, I'm with you."

The young girl pursed h
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