Chapter <b>821 </b>
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After Christmas, New Year’s was just around the corner, so Mnie decided to push back her work and apany Yvonne and the others to explore Nava.
They had all been to Nava before, but Xander was only ever here for work while Yvonne simply followed the itinerary of inte celebrities. She explored every popr spot like a seasoned
adventurer.
When Mnie first arrived in Nava<b>, </b>She was unfamiliar with the ce and had no friends. Her life was all about work. However, during that time when she was pregnant, she could not stay at home every day. Thus, she would often go out for walks alone.
Sometimes, she would go to the square near her home to watch children skateboarding. Other times she would go to the park to watch elderly people practice martial arts. Most of the time, she would just take a bus and wander around the city.
These things she did to pass the time had turned her into a tour guide as she led Yvonne to explore some of the lesser–known ces in Nava.
Yvonne and Reny had the most fun. They took many photos and edited them during dinner.
Suddenly<b>, </b>Yvonne looked up, her eyes sparkling as she said, “How about skiing on New Year’s? The skiing resort in Nava is well–known. I heard it was under maintenance before, but the official
announcement just came out saying it’ll be open for New Year’s.”
Mnie hesitated, but Yvonne continued, “Oh, there’s a vi over there. You and Merry can stay there. Wouldn’t it be nice for everyone to go skiing together on New Year’s Eve?
“Speaking of which, it seems that Philip is also in town. <b>If </b><b>you </b>don’t mind, we can invite him too<b>.</b>‘
As soon as Mnie heard the name Philip, she remembered what Yvonne had said that day. Sure enough, the next second, Yvonne suggested, “It’s perfect. Mnie, you can get to know him. <b>I </b>really think he’s a nice guy.”
Mnie had not even responded when a nce came her way. Xander’s tone was as usual as he asked, “Philip? Is he your friend here in Nava?”
“He’s my former ssmate. I think he and Mnie would be a good match, so I’m trying to <b>set </b>them up,” Yvonne said with a smile, observing Xander’s reaction.
She thought Xander had feelings for Mnie and expected them to be together. However, it had been a while now and Mnie already had a child, yet Xander showed no reaction at all. She could not help but doubt herself, thinking she might have been imagining things.
Now, she wanted to see how he would react by intentionally praising Philip in front <b>of </b>Xander.
Mnie was a great catch, and there were many people interested in her. If he did not make a move soon, he might regret it.
Mnie had no opinion about Philip and did not want to get involved in the discussion<b>. </b>She turned
and left the restaurant.
On the way back to the residential area, there were many people and several cars parked by the roadside, perhaps due to the holiday season. Yvonne held Merry in her arms, both of themughing.
Merry waved her small hand, wanting to touch Mnie. Mnie could not shake the feeling that someone was watching her. She subconsciously nced around but found nothing unusual.
Just then, Xander approached and noticed Mnie’s hesitant look. What are you looking at?” he
asked.
Mnie did not see anything out of the ordinary and thought she might be overthinking it. “Nothing. I just noticed it’s crowded because of the holiday,” she answered simply.
Xander smiled slightly and said, “This is our first New Year’s Eve together.”
“It’s my first time celebrating New Year’s Eve with so many people too.”
Admittedly, it was one of the few lively New Year’s Eves Mnie had experienced in adulthood. Previously, she had been too busy with work or apanying Eugene to various gatherings. However, most of those events did not bring her much joy.
Thinking of Eugene, Mnie pursed her lips. She realized thinking about him no longer stirred any emotions within her. It had been a busy year for her, and she had not had time to dwell on those less- than–pleasant memories.