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2024-10-29 19:42:56"Thank you very much, Ma'am. My name is Astrid..." Astra smiles in return. She enters the cottage and discreetly looks around, taking in the modest surroundings.
"Oh, it's a pleasure to meet you, dear. My name is Serina." the woman introduced herself in return. The woman got busy preparing something at the kitchen. After a few minutes, she came back to the living room, while carrying a tray with food and a glass of water. She laid down the tray in front of Astra. "I'm sorry if I couldn't offer much. But I can assure you that the pumpkin pie is delicious, as I made it myself. Please, you should eat and drink... And please let yourself be comfortable in our old and small cottage." the woman smilingly stated. "I appreciate your help, Ma'am. I must say that you have a cozy and clean cottage... I hope you don't mind me asking but where is your family?' Astra/Astridsimply asked, while eating the pumpkin pie. "
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