Chapter 16

It was a good thing that Caroline knew how to cheer up Deborah. After calming her friend down, Caroline took Deborah to a stationery store—paradise on earth for Deborah, who didn't hesitate to buy several markers and pens of different colors, notebooks, some folders, and a few other office supplies with adorable designs.

"You never change; you almost bought the entire store," joked Caroline as they packed the shopping bags into the car.

[You’re exaggerating.] Deborah was both amused and embarrassed by her friend’s comment.

"Ah... if only you were like this with your clothes and accessories, we wouldn't have taken so long to put your new wardrobe together."

[Don’t say that. Here you are. I got you something.] Deborah handed Caroline a paper bag with some stationery items.

"Thanks," Caroline said, taking the bag. "But am I right or not?"

[Um... maybe.] Deborah laughed, realizing she hadn't had this much fun or bought things for herself in a long time.

"Well, when you get back home