Chapter 455


    Beverly said with a grin, “I’m telling you straight,”


    Just then, a middle–aged man came out of the restroom, looking sharp and ssy. His eyes widened


    when he saw Arabe, as if he didn’t expect her to show up so soon.


    “Be, let me introduce you. This is your uncle,” said Louisa, stepping forward. “Lucas, this is


    Arabe.”


    Lucas Collins immediately broke into a smile, greeting her warmly. “Well, pf course she’s Be! You’re


    a spitting image of your mom!”


    “I always say Be’s beauty outshines her mom’s. Look at her eyebrows, her features, her aura,”


    Beverly chimed in, singing Arabe’s praises.


    “Hi, Uncle,” Arabe greeted him politely.


    “Hey there! d to see you finally back home. You must’ve had it rough out there. Don’t worry; from


    now on, we’ve got your back. If you need anything, just holler! We’re all family now, and we’re here to


    look out for you!”


    Thanks, Uncle,” Arabe said, then gave Beverly a nce, “and thank you, Auntie.”


    “This kid’s got manners!” Lucas chuckled. “I heard you’re not just a whiz kid but also a pro at running a


    With that, Lucas pulled out a bank card he had prepared. “Just a little reward from us. Wee home.


    The PIN’s six zeros go on, splurge a little!”


    Arabe was speechless. Another bank card? Why was everyone in this family so keen on handing her


    bank cards?


    “You guys got her a present and a bank card,” said Louisa, her heart warmed by the attentionvished


    on Arabe.


    “The bank card is our way of weing Be back home, a small token from us. The present is for


    acing her exams,” Lucas exined, offering the bank card.


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    But Arabe stepped back, saying politely, “Thanks, Uncle, but I really don’t need the card.”


    “Look at her, still ying coy with me!” Lucasughed, looking at Beverly.


    Beverly quickly stepped in, stuffing the card into Arabe’s pocket. “This is from us; just take it! It’s not


    a fortune, just a little something. If you don’t, we’ll be up all night worrying!”


    Arabe started to refuse, but her mom cut in, “Just ept their gift, honey!”


    After all, they weren’t short on cash, and they liked showing their affection with money. If she didn’t let


    them, they’d definitely be tossing and turning all night.


    Arabe sighed inwardly. Watching Beverly tuck the card into her pocket and then give her a warm


    smile, she thanked them again.


    “You silly goose, there’s no need for formalities with family!” Beverly said, then checked her watch.


    “Where on earth is Alma?”


    She nced at Arabe, as if to exin, “She ran into a friend here earlier and went to say hi. It’s been


    20 minutes, and she’s still not back. I’ll give her a ring.”


    “No need; let her chat with her friend. It’s fine,” Louisa said quickly.


    “But Be’s here, and the food’s almost ready. We can’t keep everyone waiting for her, can we?”


    Beverly retorted, pulling out her phone to dial Alma’s number.


    The next second, a melodious ringtone sounded from the doorway. The handle jiggled, and the door


    swung open.