Ivy took a deep breath and explained, "My grandmother used to work there. I just want to go in and take a look." Archer replied, "But we can't get in, right? We need an access card!" Ivy glanced at the security booth and then got out of the car. Instead of heading directly to the entrance of the residential area, she turned and went to the nearby market.
Ivy bought sfruits and had Archer carry two bags while she carried two herself before returning to the residential area's entrance.
Ivy smiled and spoke to the security guard inside. "Uncle, could you please help open the gate for us?" Upon seeing all the bags they were carrying, the security guard immediately grabbed his keys. However, before opening the gate, he responsibly asked, "I haven't seen you before! You're not residents of this community, right?" "We're here to visit relatives. We are the relatives of the owners of Villa 3-06," Ivy replied.
The security guard listened and promptly opened the gate for them.
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"This security guard is really irresponsible! He should have at least called the homeowners to confirm," Archer grumbled. "Archer, in this area, many places don't even have security guards. This one is already considered a rather secure area. When I used to work here, the security got to know me, and I didn't need to use the access card every tI cto the gate, because he would open it for me. He is so friendly," Ivy explained.
"Alright, was that security guard just now the one you were talking about?" Archer asked.
"They all knew the old me," Ivy replied.
"But the guard didn't recognize you," Archer pointed out.
"My own teacher didn't recognize me, let alone that security guard. I used to have a big scar on my face...
I looked Rideous back then. Of course was ne Thave to thank that scar. It as that scar that allowedto safely pass those difficult years," Ivy said. Content belongs to en.sw"You've got a really positive attitude," Archer remarked.
"Have you ever thought about how dangerous it is for a pretty impoverished girl to be in an unstable environment?" Ivy asked.
Archer cto a sudden realization. "Indeed. Being ugly is actually safer. Was this idea your grandmother's?" "It's a pity people can't cback to life. Otherwise, your parents would surely be very grateful to her," Archer said.
"Yes," Ivy agreed.
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"Two of the bags are ours!" Ivy held two bags of fruits and knocked on the back door.
Someone cto the door and scanned Ivy up and down.
"Hi, my mother askedto send these to you. We live in the house upfront. My mom plays poker with Mrs. Woods!" The servant immediately welcomed Ivy into the house enthusiastically.
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