A Bittersweet Homecoming

The room fell into a stunned silence.

Everyone looked at Paige, a mix of shock and confusion on their faces.

Her crazy idea threw Roman for a loop, and he couldn't help but laugh. "If we really call in the local forces, your guess might actually come true."

Paige let out a dramatic sigh and waved her hand. "Honestly, I was just thinking that maybe I could tough it out and take the fall."

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