"Really?!" Maddie's face instantly lit up with joy. "William, I knew you would help me. I'm so happy!"
Hearing Maddie's delighted voice, William's mood instantly improved.
At worst, he would face his parents' anger and scolding, but if he could make the girl he cared about happy, it would be worth it.
"But you must keep this a secret, Maddie. It's important."
"Don't worry, I will."
"Oh, by the way," William seemed to remember something and lowered his voice, "Maddie, did you know that Luke Grey's family went bankrupt?"
"Bankrupt?!" Maddie was shocked.
"Yes, not only bankrupt, but Luke also injured his leg. I heard he's going through a really tough time."
"His leg... injured? So, the Grey family... is done for?"
"Yes... Why? Maddie, are you worried about him?"
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