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    Norah found it rather amusing. Sean and Susanna had a knack for selecting gifts tailored to the recipient’s preferences. Hadn’t Sean given her soft drinksst time?


    Norah gently shook her head. “No need. I’ve already received some soft drinks from someone, and I haven’t finished enjoying them.”


    Susanna’s round eyes narrowed into a displeased frown. “Who dared to gift you soft drinks before me? How infuriating!” It felt like a missed opportunity to make her presence felt.


    Norah’s gaze twinkled as she responded, “A friend.”


    Sean clenched his fist at his side. “Friend again.”


    Norah, seated on the sofa,ughed beguilingly, her eyes exuding captivating charm. With each smile, she seemed to glow, her beauty dazzling. Her chestnut-colored hair cascaded behind her, adding to her effortless allure.


    “Alright, this friend certainly understands you well.” Susanna let out a feigned sigh. She turned to Sean, purposefully addressing him in Norah’s presence.


    “Sean, I heard you had a private meal with the daughter of the Morris family. Is that true? Why haven’t you mentioned it to me before?”


    “It was just a friend I ran into. We sat together for a while, but we weren’t together,” Sean rified, though his eyes drifted toward Norah. “Phillip knows about it. You can ask him.”


    Susanna persisted, “But why did I hear it was a one-on-one appointment?”


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    “Phillip was held up for a few minutes due to something,” Sean hastily exined, then redirected his attention to Susanna. “Where did you hear these rumors?”


    “That’s not for you to worry about,” Susanna lifted her chin, subtly gesturing toward Norah, who was delicately sipping her soft drink. “I just wanted to find out.”


    By the way, Sean, aren’t you quite close with Norah? Why not extend an invitation to her for our gathering?”


    Despite knowing about Norah’s earlier refusal, Susanna continued trying to create opportunities for them to get along.


    “I truly admire Norah. She even saved me once. She’s like my guardian angel. Sean, you should really show your appreciation properly,” Susanna added.


    Listening to the siblings’ exchange, Norah felt the urge to interject. Shouldn’t Susanna be the one repaying her kindness? Why was the focus shifting to Sean?


    Sean chuckled in response. “I’d be delighted to, but Norah never gives me the chance.”


    Feigning innocence, Susanna asked, “What’s the matter? Why is that? Every time Norah spots me, she seems to make a swift exit. Perhaps in her eyes, I don’t even qualify as a friend.”


    Norah fought back the urge to burst intoughter. Was Sean taunting her with such remarks? She smiled warmly. “Sean, you must be jesting.”


    “It would be a pleasure to count you among my friends.”


    In Glophia, the number of people vying for Sean’s friendship seemed endless. Being acknowledged and esteemed by him was undeniably an honor for Norah.


    Susanna fiddled with her fingers and said, “Norah, since you and Sean are friends, why not visit more often? True friends should spend time together. I’ve noticed Joanna always hangs out with you, and that’s why your bond with her is so strong. I’d like to build a simr bond with you.”


    Norah sensed Susanna’s sincere fondness for her. The admiration from a lovely girl like Susanna was irresistible. “Susanna makes a valid point. Friends should indeed spend time together. Whenever we find a moment, we can gather, grab a drink, share a meal, and nurture our friendship.”


    When Susanna suggested grabbing a drink, Norah felt a pang of difort, remembering the embarrassing incident from that particr night. She cast her gaze downward, feeling awkward.


    Susanna pped her hands with sparkling eyes. “Sean is absolutely right! Norah, if he extends an invitation to dinner or anything else, you must ept. I’ll likely be there too! Imagine us dining together. It would be wonderful!”


    Listening to Susanna’s innocent enthusiasm, Sean couldn’t help but smile.


    Norah, ever straightforward, replied, “Certainly.”


    Despite feeling a bit awkward, neither Sean nor Susanna gave her much chance to dwell on it. They smoothly guided her into deciding.


    In Norah’s mind, she repeated silently, “Just friends, just friends.” The words she uttered a couple of days ago now seemed futile.


    Norah chuckled self-mockingly.


    These past few days had made it clear that evading certain people was nearly impossible. Perhaps it was best to simply go with the flow. Then, as Norah nced slightly at Sean, she pondered that maybe starting to understand each other as friends could be a beneficial approach if they were to consider a future rtionship.


    Sensing Norah’s gaze, Sean furrowed his brows slightly, remaining silent as he kept his eyes fixed on her face, attempting to decipher something.


    Norah finished her soft drink before standing up. “Thank you for inviting me for a drink. I should head home for dinner now.”


    Susanna rose from her seat, linking her arm with Norah’s. “Oh, Norah, now that you’re here, why not join us for dinner before leaving? Going back now means cooking alone, dining alone, washing dishes alone. Why not have dinner at Sean’s ce and then head home afterward? It would be delightful. In that case, you can have more time to rest. You canzily freshen up and then head to bed!”


    Susanna outlined Norah’s post-return ns with enthusiasm, counting on her fingers. Then, without hesitation, she turned to Sean and dered, “Sean! Norah would like to stay for dinner.”


    Sean, with a hint of helplessness, rose from his seat. His voice calm, he said, “Understood. I’ll start cooking right away.”


    Susanna firmly seated Norah on the sofa and switched on therge high-definition TV, selecting a channel at random. “Just rx and wait for dinner here! Enjoy some TV—go if my brother needs anything.”


    The kitchen was semi-open and separated by sliding doors. Susanna strode over and closed them behind her. “Sean! Why didn’t you inform me you were home? Anyway, what about this surprise?”


    “Waited at Silver Boulder Private Hospital for over half an hour just to catch Norah after she finished work!” Susanna eximed, feeling quite pleased with herself, believing she yed a pivotal role in her brother’s romantic endeavors.


    “Hurry up and get cooking! They say the way to a woman’s heart is through her stomach! I’ll go chat with Norah, but you best cook swiftly!” Hermanding tone seemed to regard Sean as a servant.


    Sean remained calm, finding Susanna lively and endearing. “Sure, go ahead,” he said, his tone somewhat tender as he began preparing the ingredients on the stove.


    Susanna looked on with satisfaction, proud of her brother, who was ready to cook for the woman he admired.


    Suddenly, a memory resurfaced. Thest time Norah hade to Sean’s ce, he had already showcased his culinary skills in an attempt to impress her. He had feelings for Norah from the start! Susanna then realized Sean was quite clever.


    “Norah, what qualities do you admire in a man?” Seizing the opportunity while Sean was busy in the kitchen, Susanna hoped to gain some insight from Norah.


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