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2024-10-29 19:42:56Christo felt something chilly on his neck. He tightened his scarf and start writing again. His office was almost completely in the darkness because he only used one candle on his desk. But one is enough.
The report of Hongport's shipment almost done and his cup was empty. But, Christo doesn't need another coffee.
"Just one hour," he said to himself.
"After that, I can make a summary of it. Oh, wait, I might as well write another list of the expiration date of the goods. Two copies. One for Father and The Chef."
Most of the shipment was a food supplies like wheats, seasoning, flours, etc. To be frank, the expiration list wasn't needed. Since, they always running out the stock before reached the date.
But, Christo is Christo. He likes to make detailed information. Once he begins, he can't stop.
It was same with his love story. Once he starts falling in love, he
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