A slim girl, all dolled up, hopped out, surrounded by a flutter of colorful butterflies.
She excitedly leaped into Theo's arms, snuggling into his embrace. "Theo, I'm back. Thanks for everything you've prepared for me. I love it, and I'm really touched!"
Ellinor stood by the side, wearing a deadpan expression as she watched them.
That fleeting moment of nervousness and fluttering heart now seemed rather ridiculous.
Patricia was back.
Today, every tulip in Pearl Moon was there to welcome Patricia's return.
And Theo had wanted her here, probably to let her know his Patricia was back. He wanted her to be prepared and be careful with her words and actions to avoid causing any misunderstandings with Patricia. That must be it, right?
So, that's it. She got it now.
She'd almost misunderstood, thinking Theo was about to confess his feelings to her!
Theo had once told her he could give her anything except love.
His love belongs only to Patricia, just like the meaning of tulips - the greatest love, the only love, the endless love.
A butterfly fluttered past, circling around Ellinor. It seemed to be reminding her: you're not needed here; you should leave.
Belinda, not far away, furrowed her brows, stunned. What was going on?
What was Theo doing?
Why did Patricia choose to return today of all days?
And where was Ellinor?
Belinda noticed Ellinor was gone. She quickly pulled out her phone to call Ellinor, only to be met with a robotic voicemail message: Sorry, the number you're calling is switched off.
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