After a brief moment, Tyrone inquired, Where are you guys?
Overhearing the conversation, Keilani couldnt help but smile. She hastily announced the restaurants name and address.
Tyrone replied, Alright, Im on my way.
Keilani fixed her hair, her eyes sparkling with a hint of joy. It seemed that she had really chosen the right way. Although she had only recently gotten close to Jennie, Tyrones attitude toward her had significantly softened.
Twenty minutes later, Tyrone arrived and entered the chamber.
This was the first time Tyrone and Keilani had met since that day.
Taking a seat opposite Jennie, Tyrone nodded politely at Keilani.
Excuse me. Would you mind if I join you for Lunch?
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Please, have a seat. Keilanis expression remained cold, appearing as though she still had lingering anger toward Tyrone for his previous ruthless rejection in front of Wanda and Kira.
Tyrone stated, Ive been caught up in my work as of late. Thank you for taking care of Jennie.
Jennie is my daughter, so its my responsibility to take care of her. I didnt know you were planning to join us. I just ordered a few dishes. Would you like to add anything else? Keilani asked.
No, thank you. Im fine, Tyrone replied.
Then, the waiter came in with steaming dishes balanced in his hand as he neatly served them on the table.
Looking down at the savory mutton dishes filling the table, Tyrone fell silent for a moment, his gaze shifting to Jennie.
Jennies expression was downcast, her head lowered under the weight of a guilty conscience.
Keilani served some food on Jennies plate and said, Lets eat.
After a brief pause, Tyrone reluctantly agreed, Okay.
Seizing the opportunity to address the underlying tension between them, Keilani spoke up candidly. I didnt expect Kira to advise us to get together. But I was more surprised when you turned it down without giving it much thought. Have you ever considered how practical it could be?
Her words carried a subtle implication that the decision was solely Kiras, absolving herself of any responsibility.
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Tyrone replied curtly, No. Marriage for the sake of the child is not good for the child.
Keilani continued, While I may not agree with the suggestion after thinking about it, I understand where shes coming from. Kira simply hopes Jennie can grow up in the company of her father and mother. Ive been absent from Jennies life for so many years. From now on, Ill prioritize her above all else. And what if Jennie wants us to be together?
Keilani hadnt given up despite Tyrones blunt refusal. She didnt want her true intentions to be obvious, fearing being laughed at by Tyrone. So she used Jennie as an excuse, her underlying motive veiled behind concern for Jennies well-being. She thought it was a decent excuse and that no one would see through her, but from Tyrones point of view, Keilanis thoughts may as well have been written on her face, and she appeared nothing more than utterly desperate and ridiculous.
Tyrone glanced at Jennie and said matter-of-factly, My life wont be influenced by my child.
Keilanis expression froze at his remark, feeling the urge to throw down her fork in surrender and storm out of the room. She couldnt bear another moment of humiliation at Tyrones hands, and the urge to give up and go back to Philade immediately surged within her. Wasnt Tyrone just a man? Couldnt she find someone better?