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CHAPTER 18 RAIN DISTRAUGHT OVER AMI, FORGETS RIDGER
As Rain stood from where he was sitting and about to walk back towards the new plant beds, Doris, the housekeeper found him and told him his mom asked for him. He followed the housekeeper home, forgetting about Ridger’s disappearance. When he was back in the manor, Mrs. Gonzales informed him that Mabel messaged her mom.
“So, how is she? Is she safe, unhurt? Tell me mom, the suspense is killing me.”
“I know you are distraught, son, but please calm down before I proceed.”
“Calm down? What is it you’re not telling me? “ Rain was so agitated, he paced the floor to and fro.
“As soon as you are seated, I will tell you. Now, sit!” Mr
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That other boy was inconvenient but now he joins his mother. Pretty unfortunate that he is trying to destroy my best laid plans. I gave him money and offered my name but what did he do? He tried to destroy my girl’s happiness. Stupid, stupid boy. But now my love is returning, time for plan B. I must look my best, I feel this is my time to claim her at last. I can’t wait! It was only when they were all in the plane bound for the Philippines did Rain and Mrs. Gonzales remembered to mention the situation in the Philippines. Mrs. Gonzales and Mansour were in First Class but Rain and Ami opted for the Economy so they could talk as per Rain’s suggestion. As soon as the plane took off, Rain started telling Ami what happened before he and his mom came to the UAE to attend the two events. Ami was shocked,
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“Relax Mansour, Ami decided to stay at her cottage tonight so she could look after her uncle. She requested that someone bring her food so I am just about to go.” “May I come? You know I am a spy for someone, remember?” Mansour grinned at Rain’s sour look. Rain couldn’t do anything but nod. “Sorry guys, I need to feed that cat over there. You know how she is if she gets hungry, becomes a tigress.” They all laughed at this even Mansour as he too knew about Ami’s appetite. Both Rain and Mansour walked to Ami’s cottage. “This is a cute cottage.” commented Mansour. “It is more beautiful in the daytime, tomorrow, we can show you around if you like unless you want to continue exploring the city.”
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