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CHAPTER 4

A sudden bark of Jazz informed about Mr. Vaken’s return. At
7:00 pm, Mr. Vaken’s car entered the villa. Mr. Vaken was in

good mood after a successful and productive meeting. He was
so excited after getting a contract with a renowned exhibition

company and got a chance to display his painting in the
exhibition next month. He gave this great news to his wife who

was enjoying her tea-time at the edge of the balcony. She bade
him streak of luck in his future endeavors. The happy- camper
man of the villa suggested to go out for dinner to overcome

the stress of the hectic day, to spend some quality time with

his family and to be charged for future challenges. The lady of
the villa expressed her acceptance of offer with a broad smile.
Bitz’s and Nikky’s thrilling faces proved their overjoyousness

for the outing. Mrs. Vaken ordered them to get ready. In high
spirits, they followed Mumma’s order and rushed towards

dressing room. Mr. Vaken took his green-tea and booked a
table to dine out in a resort at the hilltop.

Sezia dressed in a layered dress with leather boots, an
oversized clutch, a single pendant and stud earrings. A metallic

watch added finishing touch to her look whereas her husband
looked classy in an Italian-fabric suit with black shoes and a

fancy wrist-watch. A grey muffler hung around his neck gave a
winter-ready look to him. Nikky appeared in a flower-

embroidered frock and her brother gave a casual look in stylish
T-shirt, blue cardigan, well-fitted jeans and a good pair of

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