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54: Goodbye, Bali

Penulis: Marywan
last update Terakhir Diperbarui: 2024-11-20 18:48:31

E L L E

It was our last night in Bali and we decided to do one last fun thing, before leaving the city and its beauty behind.

It was our last night on the island and we were ready to enjoy.

Avery was standing by the balcony of the bedroom, looking out at the ocean as the sun went down.

"You ready?"

"Of course."

"Then, let's go. Gio should be waiting for us."

"She is. I spoke to her."

I nodded and walked out of the bedroom, and headed towards the front door.

The driver was already waiting for us outside, and I got into the car and sat down.

Giovanna was already in the car, and I leaned forward and hugged her.

"Where are we going?"

"It's a surprise," Giovanna responded, and winked.

"Aww. Come on, Gio. You have to give me something."

"Nope. Avery made me promise not to tell you."

"I did, and she's not breaking the promise," Avery chimed in.

"Okay, okay. Fine." I huffed. "At least tell me what am I supposed to wear."

"Nothing."

"Nothing? Then why am I even here?"

"We're not going to strip
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