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Chapter 21

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last update Fecha de publicación: 2026-06-14 09:01:54

Shadows of the Past

Since Valeria's arrival, life at Castello Mansion had continued as usual.

The servants carried out their duties according to schedule. Meals were always served on time. Fernando still left for the office every morning. Mrs. Sovia continued enjoying her warm tea in the family sitting room.

At first glance, nothing had changed.

Yet slowly, something had begun to shift.

Aixa did not know when she had started noticing the things she had never paid attention to before.

The way Mr
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