Chapter 2251 Laura didn’t attempt to mask the truth.


    “He returned to Duefron. His parents have juste back from abroad.” Edwinpsed into silence for a few moments and then pressed, “You understand what I''m asking about! Is there any emotional connection between the two of you?” Laura hesitated, reluctant to respond.


    She gently pushed his hand away and proceeded ahead, with Edwin trailing behind.


    As they meandered, Laura asionally perused the wares disyed in the roadside shops.


    Having encountered numerous exquisite items, she was not easily impressed. However, her attention was soon captivated by a woodenb, its texture and design catching her eye.


    She picked it up and inquired, “How much does this cost?” The owner, noting the imposing demeanor of herpanion, quoted a rather steep price and spun a melodramatic tale of lost love to embellish theb''s value.


    “Wouldn''t you agree, thisb is easily worth two thousand dors?” The tale spun by the owner was nothing short ofical.


    Laura couldn''t stifle herughter as she ran her fingers over theb’s teeth.


    N?vel(D)rama.Org''s content.


    “That''s way too steep!” However, the man beside her had already handed over two thousand dors to the shopkeeper.


    Despite her initial reluctance to engage with him, Laura couldn''t help butment, “It''s not worth that much!” Edwin turned to her and responded, “You haven''tughed in a long while. That story managed to bring a smile to your face; that alone makes it worth two thousand dors.” His words wereced with emotion, bordering on the sentimental, causing Laura''s cheeks to flush faintly.


    Even the owner appeared somewhat abashed.


    Edwin nonchntly remarked, “Keep it. We''re not too concerned about the two thousand dors. Doing business isn''t easy for you anyway.” The owner couldn''t hide his emotions.


    The customer was not only generous but also possessed a handsome charm,plemented by his affectionate demeanor.