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Chapter 30: Creating "Our" Croquembouche
The next day, Conrad and Alfred fetch Olivia on their way to school. Seeing her happy today, made Alfred ask behind her happiness. Olivia said that she’s overflowing with excitement since their plan for their Croquembouche will outstand everyone. Alfred curiously asks their plan for their Croquembouche, but Conrad and Olivia decided to keep it a secret until then.
By the time they arrived in their classroom, Chef Austin was already there and he was excited about everyone’s Croquembouche. Since croquembouches are only made during the holidays, he expects everyone that they’ll create their own version or concept of a Croquembouche. Once they settled in their station, Alexandria suddenly approaches them.
“Hey there, Conrad,” Alexandria greeted. “Ready for another fascinating win by me?” She asked full of pride.
“Why you ask, Alexandria?” Conrad asked. “Scared to lose?” He continued, staring at each o
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