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Chapter 266

Author: Cloudsearcher
Since that was the case, Jordyn would most likely be spending the Ember Festival at Fleming Manor.

Betty felt reluctant to part with Jordyn and also felt sorry for Celeste. However, Celeste remained calm and reassured Betty, saying, "Granny, I'm fine. As long as Jo is happy."

Betty, however, felt that she was just putting on a brave face so as not to make her worry. She sighed silently and didn't bring it up again.

After breakfast, Celeste and Adeline went out to buy some goods for the festival.

The shopping streets outside were decorated beautifully, and familiar festival songs were played everywhere, creating a strong festive atmosphere.

In fact, Adeline and the others had already done a round of shopping.

Most of the necessities were already prepared at home, so today was just about filling in the things they had missed.

Children could already be seen on the streets dressed in festive cotton outfits, carrying adorable light wands in their hands.

Celeste stopped in her tracks
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