CHAPTER 71
Author: Lord Sompa Churchill
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“Vee?!.”. Patrick replied.

“ Long time. Where have you been?” Vee asked.

“ I have been busy with work and other stuffs as an army personnel” Patrick answered with a smile

“ Oh that is nice. I didn’t hear from you again after our last call where we planned on having dinner.” Vee said

“ Yes about that, I had really wanted to come but I was caught up with work. I mistakenly lost your number that is why I didn’t call you back again.”. Patrick responded

“ This is strange because I lost your number too when I misplaced my phone.” Vee replied.

“ Oh sorry about that. Am sure you have a new one now since you are from a wealthy background you know.”. Patrick chuckled.

“ Hahahaahahha.. that is not it. How is everyone?”. Vee asked

“ Everyone?” Patrick questioned

“ Yes I mean your family after the death of your father?”. Vee asked.

“ They are fine by God Grace. You still remember them that is nice of you.” Patrick smiled.

Vee smiled back and asked

“Are you here with someone?”

“ Not at all I
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