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74. ATHENA Days flowed like the swift current of a river as I continued to stay at the mansion with Alpha Lorenzo, his daughter—my best friend, Raven—and Diego, Lorenzo’s closest confidant. The past few days had been a whirlwind for Lorenzo, his time consumed by endless duties. It had been days since I last saw him, and the silence left a hollow space in my heart. Ever since he gifted me that shop in Chicago, his absence had been like a shadow. I missed him more than I cared to admit, a dull ache settling deep in my chest. I just hoped everything was alright. This morning, I woke up before the sun, ready to leave for my shop. The city awaited, and I couldn’t afford to waste time. “Girl, it’s still early. You should rest a little.” Raven’s voice broke through the silence, soft and coaxi