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026 – A Cake for a Pair of Shoes
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2020-11-24 07:30:00*Author’s note: A humble apology for the misstypings in the previous chapter. Life has been quite busy and we are trying to catch up with our update schedule, so there were few bogeys breaching our walls. But we will try better for future updates. Salam.
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There was a slight tension in the air—an uncomfortable one. They had to convince Julio to get their answer to the puzzle, because his relationship with Darrion had to convince him somehow to help. Or at least, he hoped the man would help.
Jai tried convincing, “In a good side, we are able to promote your shoes by bringing yours to the checking table.”
Julio gave another hum and turned to him. His expression was painted with doubt, “I don’t know. Giving away my shoes like that doesn’t sit well with me.”
Darrion looked at Jai, wanting to discuss whether they should change stores, bu
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