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Chapter Thirty-Six: A Big Elephant in the Room

Author: Alex Dane Lee
last update Last Updated: 2023-08-01 09:10:07

Few days have passed.

Tonight is the Welcome Party for Celina Mayer, which is going to be held at the Mayer's Family mansion.

"Are you alright, Eliza?" Quiel suddenly asked her, as they are making their way to the Mayer's family mansion. He noticed that Eliza's looking so anxious and apprehensive while they are driving their way to the Welcome Party.

"I'm fine, Quiel. This is my first time going to a grand party, so I'm a little bit nervous." Eliza relayed.

"Look, everything's going to be okay. I'll never let go of your hand and I'll always be by your side throughout the party." Quiel made a promise to Eliza.

"Thank you, Quiel. Saying those things mean a lot to me." Eliza said, while looking grateful.

Both of them continued walking, hand in hand and Eliza feels comfortable with him and she feels like nothing can go wrong as long as she is with Quiel.

"Oh, hello there! I'm so glad to see you here at my Welcome Party, Quiel.... And Eliza." Celina greeted them at the doorway, but she doe
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