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“Sorry, I’m a bit late. The boss gave me a tough time since I would be taking an early day off.” Beatrice said as she approached Rita who was seated on a chair outside the restaurant.

Rita rose to her feet upon sighting her best friend. “It’s nothing, babe. I was occupied with my phone.”

“You’re ready to go?”

“I think so,” Beatrice mumbled, clutching her tote bag tighter