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2024-10-29 19:42:56Oli smiled sweetly and replied, “And I love you too.”
“So is that a yes? Are we dating?”
Oli nodded, “I think I’m going to suck at this whole relationship thing, but I…I’ll take the risk if it’s with you.”
“That’s all that I really wanted.” Ryan pulled Oli in for a hug.
Sally, on the other hand, headed first back to Oli’s mansion. She has been sighing a lot and was heard by the head helper there and asked, “You seem to be thinking a lot. Do you need an ear?”
“No. I’m good.” Sally politely replied.
The head helper saw through her tough façade and sat down beside her, and she said, “Well, I need a break, so I’ll stay with you for a while longer. So, what’s on your mind, Lady Sally.”
“Just Sally is fine.” Sally took a deep breath and continued, “Well, mostly I’m really w
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