Tony and Mr. Frank arrived at a quaint, wooden cottage nestled amidst a serene landscape. Its rustic charm extended even to the roof, which shared the same timber construction."This is my cozy abode," Frank warmly remarked, rapping lightly on the door. Soon, it creaked open to reveal a girl who appeared to be of a similar age to Tony."Welcome, father," she beamed, inviting them inside."Thank you, my dear. I've brought a guest," Mr. Frank introduced Tony with a grin."Hello there," the girl eagerly extended her hand for a friendly handshake, to which Tony responded in kind."Nice to meet you; I'm Tony," he introduced himself."I'm Ivory."Tony stepped over the threshold, finding the interior unassuming yet remarkably tidy. A wooden table and chairs, an aging TV set, and modest electrical fixtures painted the scene, conjuring memories of his own humble beginnings."Hey, Nala, I'm back!" Mr. Frank called out to his wife. Shortly, a woman, adorned in an apron, her face graced with the
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