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Chapter 76

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"I'm sorry, sweetie," Bella said, trying to distract Aaron. "Traffic was a nightmare. Let's get home and have a snack, okay?"

"It's alright, mommy; I can understand; I was standing for too long." Just then the teacher comes in, "Bella, it's nice to meet you." "How are you, Mrs. Collins?"

Mrs. Collins smiled warmly. "I'm doing well; thank you for asking. Aaron's been doing great in class, by the way. He's such a bright and curious student."

Bella beamed with pride. "Thank you, Mrs. Collins. I'm glad to hear that."

Evan, who had been quietly observing the exchange, stepped forward. "Hello, Mrs. Collins. I'm...a friend of the family."

Mrs. Collins's eyes widened slightly, and she looked at Bella, who felt a flush rise to her cheeks. "Nice to meet you, Mr...?"

"Evan," he replied, his eyes crinkling at the corners. "Just Evan."

Mrs. Collins nodded, her expression neutral. "Well, nice to meet you, Evan. I should get going. Aaron, have a great day, sweetie!"

As Mrs. Collins walked away, Bell
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