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Chapter 53: Past's End
Author: Quill
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After the long drive, Lucas finally arrived at the mansion. He parked his car and stepped out, his thoughts consumed by the funeral ceremony ahead, as he instructed his staff to take care of his mother for the burial. As he entered the living room, his jaw dropped in astonishment. The head maid had truly outdone herself with the decorations.

The room set for the reception after the funeral, was transformed, almost unrecognizable beneath the elegant black and white balloons that floated gracefully from the high ceilings. Black ribbons cascaded down the stairway, and intricate arrangements of white flowers added a touch of serenity. And the filling aroma from the buffet at the corner, filled his nostrils.

It was a bit much for him and yet Lucas' face broke into a satisfied smile as he took in the majestic scene.

"I see it meets your approval, Mr. Graham. I was a bit worried that it was a bit much, but I didn’t want to spare any expense." the head maid observed, her voice tinged with pr
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