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I google-mapped Ella's address and it focused on a mansion on Lake Drive. WTF!

Until that moment, I thought she didn't want to talk about her family because they were poor or, god forbid, criminals...

I dressed nicely and brought with me a dozen yellow and pink roses and a good cognac. I rang their bell on time, and Ella opened the door for me. She was dressed in a long evening gown and looked amazing. I kissed her lightly. She noticed the flowers and alcohol and smiled, "That's nice of you. Here, let me introduce to you my father. Mom is still dressing up for her entrance."

I...