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27.2

Author: N. F. B. E.
last update Last Updated: 2024-10-29 19:42:56

“Why are you here? Aren’t you supposed to be at work?” Valentine asked as she watched the two sit down on the couch.

“I thought I wanted to pay the two of you a visit.”

“Vaughn, why–,” her words were cut off as Vaughn spoke.

“Dad, you’ve changed. We even look exactly the same!” he exclaimed, beaming.

Valentine rolled her eyes as the two chatted enthusiastically and cheerfully, considering that they haven’t seen each other for years. She decided to not take part in their conversation as she turned on her heel, wanting to head back to the kitchen.

“Technically, dad, I came here to talk to Val about something.”

This brought her to stop in her tracks and she faced him. “What?” she asked, wanting to sound aloof. In fact, she really was interested. The curiosity got the better of her once again.

“Dad, I want to talk with her privately.”

Billy took a minute. He was hesitating but sighed afterwards, then agreed. He left the roo

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