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I didn’t notice that my reaction surprised Rita, and now she’s looking at me in confusion.

‘If it’s magic cards… Do you mean I can finally use magic?’ I asked the System.

[Yes.]

I gulp hard. ‘Real magic?!’

[Yes.]

I instantly cough.

Terrence’s mother instantly springs to her feet and brings me water.

“Take it easy, sweetie…” She rubbed my back softly as I gulp some water.

Rita pointed at me. “Mamayoni shtuck.”

I hear a snort which followed by a slap from the other bed in the room.

“I-I’m fine.” I said.

“Are you sure?” Terrence’s mother asked in concern.

“Yes. It flowed down already. I’m good.” I forced a smile.

Terrence’s mother shakes her head and sits back with Jake’s mother.

I sigh helplessly. ‘That was so embarrassing. Who the hell choked on mac and cheese?’

I feel small hands patting my chest. “Eien okay. Okay.”

I couldn’t help but smile at Rita. “Thank you, Rita.”

Rita smiles at me and points to the water bottle in my hand.

“Oh, I’ll drink again later.”

She shakes her head and po
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