"Okay, got it," Rachael acknowledged Lily's words and promptly left her office.
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A couple of days later, Daniel and Maisie headed to the airport.
Toph wasn't the sole person emerging from the VIP lane. Chris, Lena, Zuko, Lina, and Persephone trailed behind.
Passionate waves greeted them upon sight.
Filled with cheer, Persephone skipped along, almost throwing herself at Daniel!
The atmosphere was lively, and everyone was smiling happily.
Maisie, a bit surprised, returned the smiles as she greeted them. Among them, she only knew Persephone.
"Ms. Maisie!" Persephone hugged her, sweetly saying, "It's been ages since I last saw you. I don't want to go to school anymore!"
"She's not kidding," Lina added with a smile. "She kept asking for you for days after you left. Refused to go to school. It was quite a hassle!"
"She only listens to you." Zuko chuckled, carrying her. He pinched her nose. "I didn't deceive you, did I? Ms. Maisie really isn't in Centrolis. So, when we return, will you stop complaining and go to school like a good girl?"
"Hmm..." Persephone pouted. "Then I'm not going back. I'll go to school here!"
Laughter filled the air at her childish declaration.
Toph faked a cough, explaining to Maisie, "I came to Cumulus City for work, but these folks are here for vacation!"
"Didn't Arya come with you?"
"She's busy right now. She's taken a break from drawing." Toph smiled helplessly. "She's managing everything with the Bayers. I'm running the studio. Even though we're apart, we always discuss our work. I appreciate her support to come to Cumulus City!"
Maisie nodded, feeling a twinge of guilt for Arya because of Graham.
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