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Chapter 89: Unconsolidated Offer

Author: Luchee
last update Last Updated: 2025-01-03 01:40:39

Liam crossed his legs and smiled widely scanning through the official invitation sent by Perchy Peach to him.

He wouldn't have considered such a late offer if he weren't playing hooky with Adrian Grey's integrity.

He looked over at his father's peacefully sleeping face and rage engulfed him.

“Hang in there dad, I will show you my strength soon”

He looked around the room and his eyes settled on several bunches of flowers that had been sent by well-wishers

People are so gullible enough to fall for whatever they hear on the internet, he thought inwardly.

He stood up abruptly and left the hospital ward.

He had missed three scheduled therapy sessions already.

Liam got into his car and zoomed off at high speed.

He alighted in front of the building and walked in putting his initial worries all away.

This was his safe haven, he thought inwardly.

“Mr Hickson, it is such a pleasure to see you again”, the therapist said excitedly.

“Thank you, I am sorry I cancelled our initial schedules thrice;
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