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After changing into his crisp school uniform, Ethan briskly made his way to the dining table where Sarah, Laura, Maria, and Yuki were indulging in their morning ritual of sipping either tea or coffee, tailored to their individual preferences.
However, there was a noticeable absence – Amy, who had started showing up at the dining table became absent today.
Maybe due to the teasing he had done to her, the previous night, finding refuge elsewhere.
"Good morning, everyone," Ethan greeted warmly as he settled into the chair beside Sarah. The sun streamed through the windows, casting a golden hue over the room, adding a touch of warmth to the morning air.
"Morning, Ethan," Maria, engrossed in a stack of files, looked up and nodded in acknowledgment before adding, "And thank you for what you did."
