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As the three of them were seated in the living room, tension hung in the air as Gabriella confronted Anita. Her words were tinged with a mix of annoyance and curiosity.

"What do you want with us now?" Gabriella began, her voice steady but firm. "At least you have your long-lost simon back to yourself. And, by the way, how were you able to know our location?"

Anita met Gabriella's gaze, and took a moment to gather her thoughts, fully aware of the doubt in Gabriella's question. She knew that her arrival was unexpected, and she had to provide a convincing explanation.

"I understand this might be surprising," Anita...