Chapter 154

The shift was subtle at first.

A new name mentioned casually at dinner.

“Amara said we can sit together tomorrow.”

She and Daniel exchanged a quick glance.

“Amara?” Daniel asked lightly.

“She likes purple too.”

That was the full explanation.

Apparently, shared color preferences were now the foundation of deep bonds.

She smiled. “That’s important.”

“It is,” their child confirmed seriously.

And just like that, friendship entered a new level.

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