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    “You’re rather particr, aren’t you?” His voice carried an icy edge. “Still clinging to princess habits?”


    The words struck Amanda like a physical blow, shock flickering across her features. But then she realized that she was no longer someone from a prominent family.


    Her father had been a high-ranking official in those better days. During her college years, she’d fallen hopelessly in love with Nasir, a penniless student with dreams in his eyes. What had surprised her most was her father’s reaction. Instead of opposition, he’d offered his wholehearted support for their rtionship.


    But she’d terribly misjudged Nasir’s character. The moment sess and fortune smiled upon him, he showed his true colors, turning against the very people who’d helped him climb thedder. Unable to stomach his betrayal, Amanda ended their rtionship. Yet she hadn’t anticipated how the aftermath would spiral into something far worse.


    She’d reached out to everyone she could think of, but those who had once proudly imed friendship with her father now turned a deaf ear to her pleas for help. Amanda ced the me squarely on her own shoulders. Her foolishness in choosing Nasir had brought nothing but trouble to her family.


    Rnd’s words cut deep because they rang true. She no longer had the luxury of being particr.


    “You’re right,” she admitted, her gaze fixed on the ground. “I should just stay in the tent.”


    “Why?” Rnd asked.


    “I don’t want to owe you anything.” Amanda’s words carried the weight of defeat. “Because I have no way to repay you.”


    Struggling under its weight, she reimed her tent and turned back the way they’de, her steps heavy with stubborn pride.


    In the shadows, the vagrant’s eyes still followed her, glinting with predatory intent as he watched her approach.


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    Rnd, unable to contain himself any longer, called out, “Hey, why don’t you stay at my ce?”


    Amanda turned, hesitation evident in her voice. “Is it expensive?”


    “You can clean for me. No rent required.”


    “Deal!”


    Though Rnd typically resided in the factory dormitory, Joelle had rented him an apartment nearby out of concern. He asionally used it for rest between shifts. The two-bedroom arrangement would provide them each with private space.


    The apartment proved more spacious and pristine than any hotel, and Amanda eagerly volunteered to handle the cooking duties.


    “Thank you! I’m quite good in the kitchen; just let me know your preferences!”


    Rnd brushed off her enthusiasm. “I’ll be stepping out for a moment.” When he returned, he carried evidence of thoughtful consideration—a shopping bag from the downstairs supermarket brimming with essentials: slippers, dental care items, towels, bath essories, shampoo, conditioner, and feminine hygiene products—everything a woman might need. In his other hand, he bnced a case of beer and various snacks. The veins in his strong arms stood slightly pronounced from the effort, a light sheen of sweat gracing his forehead, yet his eyes maintained their characteristicposure.


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