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Author: Blueesandy
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Hunter emerged from his meeting feeling both relieved and burdened. The new business partnership was a success, but Alamid’s birthday was fast approaching, and he had yet to find a suitable gift. As he walked through the bustling mall, his thoughts drifted to the past - to the village where he had saved Lorelei and to the life he had left behind.

Lost in his thoughts, Hunter was startled when a familiar voice called out his name. He turned to see Lorelei standing there, a warm smile on her face. It had been years since they had last seen each other, and Hunter felt a pang of guilt at the memory of how they had parted ways.

“Lei, it’s been too long,” Hunter said, a hint of nostalgia in his voice.

“It has,” Lorelei replied, her eyes twinkling with amusement. “I heard about your meeting. Congratulations on the new partnership.”

“Thank you,” Hunter said, genuinely touched by her words. He had always admired Lorelei’s ability to see the best in people, even when they didn’t deserve it.

They
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