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2024-10-29 19:42:56“Here they are,” her grandfather said as the two people walked inside the office. The man immediately strolled towards their direction, his eyes meeting hers for a second.
Ericka's heart started to pound hard, unable to control her breathing. She couldn't believe the two who just came.
It was none other than Shawn and his father.
She could sense that something is bound to happen later that will surely prevent her from escaping.
The man stopped in front of him with a timid smile flashing through his lips.
"Goodmorning, Ericka," Shawn greeted that made her blink her eyes. She can't believe that this man has the audacity to act like nothing is wrong with what they're going to talk about.
"Goodmorning Mr. Shawn," she greeted back shortly. She made sure that her tone was flat and cold, showing that she wanted to do nothing with
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