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Chapter 131 Are We Meant to Be?

Author: Bright Skies
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"The Art of Flirting"? What on earth?

Yardley cast a cold glance at Yannis. He grimaced and said in disdain, "How distasteful!"

Even though he seemed to disapprove, he still accepted the book.

Trailing behind Yardley, Yannis respectfully said, "Mr. Hughes, I'll be returning to Ashvale tomorrow."

Yardley nodded. He responded with an indifferent expression, "Contact me if there's anything."

He had great confidence in Yannis' abilities. With Yannis overseeing the company for the past few days, Yardley had only needed to give remote instructions.

After Yannis left, Yardley sat on the couch. Leaning against the cushion with his legs crossed, he held the book in his hand. Then, he began reading it in earnest.

Celia had a good night's sleep and woke up late the next morning.

After freshening up, she planned to go find Nicole. They were going to go shopping together.

Nicole had been in Padea for several days. She was busy with matters related to Flames of Ice, so they hadn't mana
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