Toph, known for his carefree personality, felt sentimental today, appreciating a parent's love and effort.
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Unaware of the noises outside, the people in the room remained focused.
After changing into two outfits, Lina stared at Zuko, her heart heavy with a question. Before she could ask, he preemptively handed her his phone.
Lina froze, unsure of what to make of the gesture.
Zuko ruffled her hair, wearing an indulgent smile. "I know you want to call your parents."
"You..."
"Use my phone." Zuko chuckled. "I didn't want them to worry, so I didn't tell them about your disappearance. When I couldn't keep it a secret any longer, I arranged for them to come to Centrolis, intending to tell them the truth. But unexpectedly, you sent a signal at that very moment."
Lina silently gazed at him, her emotions intertwining within her.
"If you use my phone to call, it will prove that we're together, and they can rest assured."
"Okay."
"By the way, Melvin was arrested, but he still has some influence outside," Zuko explained, saving a landline number on the phone. "This is the phone in the guest room at home. The internal line is more secure and won't be monitored. For safety reasons, it's better to call this number."
Grateful for his thoughtfulness, Lina tiptoed and gently kissed his cheek.
Zuko felt his heart blossom at that moment, but he concealed his excitement behind a calm expression and a few light coughs.
As the call connected, a lazy voice came from the other end, "Hello?"
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