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Chapter 183, Don’t Celebrate Too Early
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Chapter One Hundred And Eighty Three; Don’t Celebrate Too Early

Santos sat at the table with the elders, nervously tapping his foot under the table. He had always been anxious around them, feeling like he never quite measured up to their expectations. He fidgeted with his napkin, trying to keep his hands busy to distract from the uncomfortable silence that had settled over the group. They had been discussing business, and Santos had been asked a question he didn't know the answer to. He stammered out a response, but it was clear he didn't have the knowledge they were looking for. The elders looked disappointed, and Santos could feel his face turning red with embarrassment.

Suddenly, Santos excused himself from the table, muttering something about needing to use the restroom. But as soon as he was out of sight of the elders, he made a beeline for the door. He needed to get out of there, to escape the judgmental stares and the feeling of inadequacy that weighed heavy on his shoulders.

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