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Chapter 27. Uncomfortable questions

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“I must say Avery. You've come into your own in the kitchen. This meal tastes really delicious. "Dad complimented my food as we sat down at the dining table.

“I also assisted Mr Pierce. I was her moral support and her occasional instructor” Ethan cut in, giving me a playful wink.

Dad laughed, shaking his head “Okay son, you did great” I could see the smile creeping into Ethan's face when my dad called him “son” and I could already guess the reason.

Ma Jane looked at us and I could already s
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