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CHAPTER 30
Throughout the morning, Aaron was in the meeting with Ms. Stewart whilst Jeanne was helping out Mrs. Edith sorting out the queries regarding the vineyard by Albert.
Beep, beep.
A message arrived on Jeanne's phone. A message from Andy.
'Let's have lunch, I happen to be around Lyon now.'
Jeanne tried to neglect the message but another one came in.
'Well, I thought you accepted my offer.'
Jeanne pinched her forehead. Her hatred for Andy still mountain up but she needed to do this to help Aaron.
'Ok.' Replied Jeanne.
'I'll wait for you at Jade's.'
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