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Chapter 135: A New Bond

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That afternoon was tranquil at the Scott estate, a rare respite from the hectic schedule of foundation events, business meetings, and crisis management that had become Nicholas and Cassie's daily routine. The vast field in which the kids, Ethan and Emma, played was covered in lengthy shadows as the gardens were illuminated by the golden light of the setting sun. Their genuine, unadulterated laughter echoed through the atmosphere.

They grew up so quickly, and Cassie watched them sitting on the patio with a warm cup of tea. A grin crossed her lips, but underneath it, a gentle twinge of nostalgia took hold of her chest.

She was accompanied by Nicholas, who brought two glasses of wine, gave her one, and sank into the chair next to hers.

He said, "You're thinking too hard."

"Am I really that obvious?" Cassie grinned.

"Tell me," he said, reaching for her hand and putting his fingers through it.

She sighed softly and said, "How much they've grown is unbelievable. It seems they were only lear
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