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Chapter 144 - Luke and Ivy, the Story from 7 Years Ago (Part 2)

Author: Cecilia Kim
last update Last Updated: 2025-03-03 22:52:29

After several failed attempts, Luke still didn't give up and was determined to get back at Ivy. Knowing she often went to the storage room after school to collect teaching materials, he came up with a plan to lock her inside and teach her a lesson.

One late afternoon, as the sunset painted the sky red, Luke quietly followed Ivy. When she entered the storage room, he quickly moved to shut the door behind her. However, before he could do so, a strong push from behind made him stumble and fall inside the room. The door slammed shut behind him, and the sound of the lock clicking shut echoed coldly.

In the dim light, Luke heard footsteps fading away and a soft giggle. He realized that someone else, possibly someone with a grudge against him, had played a prank on him.

"Who's there?" Ivy's voice called from the corner of the room, wary.

"It's me, Luke," he replied, trying to stay calm.

"What are you doing here?" Ivy asked, moving closer.

"I... I came to check if you fell into my trap," Luke
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