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CHAPTER 66: A Breath Of Fresh Air
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Amanda wondered which surprise Roxanne had for her after the night they had just both had.

"I'm taking you to one of my favourite spots in the city, you will love it," Roxanne said excitedly, looking at Amanda.

Roxanne started to drive Amanda towards an ice cream store down the street.

Amanda smiled as Roxanne parked her car in front of the ice cream store.

The ice cream store was a small store in front of a restaurant which had a small space with chairs for their customers to sit.

It was the perfect place to get fresh air as you could see the sky directly and enjoy your ice cream.

She figured Roxanne must have brought her here to have ice cream.

"We are here," Roxanne said smiling as she pointed towards the ice cream store.

"They have the best ice cream in town," Roxanne added.

Amanda smiled as she rushed out of the car and walked towards the ice cream store.

Roxanne soon joined her as they both ordered different flavours.

Amanda opted for the sweet and fruity taste of the strawberry
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