It was a good plan, and Andreiya’s face remained illuminated and enthusiastic. “I will do that,” he promised. “Steve will be so excited to hear that. I promise to go fast, I am very excited. Good luck with your work, Naeria! I will visit again soon and bring you to meet him.”

He gathered himself quickly but couldn’t wipe the smile from his face; he was already planning all the ways he could introduce the two.

He hurried to her door and peeked through it before he waved to her and hastened back to his room so he could get everything ready.

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