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2024-11-18 15:00:26Together, Kate and Tony went to the living room where an elegantly dressed middle-aged woman was waiting for them. The woman’s hair was styled in a stylish chin-length bouffant and her mocha skin shone like brass.
The woman’s classic beauty reminded Kate of Dominique Deveraux in the Dynasty TV series. When she spotted Kate and Tony, she rose to her feet, lips parted in wonder.
“So, it’s true,” she said in awe.
“Good morning, Duchess,” Tony said dryly. “To what do we owe this unexpected visit?”
Duchess appraised Kate with her eyes from head to toe before responding to Tony’s question.
“Aren’t you going to introduce the young lady to me?” She asked.
Tony sighed and turned to Kate. “This is a friend of the family. Her name is Duchess Ryland.”
“Hello, Miss Ryland,” Kate greeted her politely.
“And you are?” Duchess asked
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