Bella, learning of Sabrinas pregnancy, was a mix of astonishment and delight, eager to meet the new arrival.
Suddenly, a familiar voice in their native tongue cut through the buzz of the restaurant. Collen?
Sabrina looked up to see a middle-aged man. Although she hadnt met him before, his address and slight accent led her to surmise his identity. He had to be Horace.
Instinctively, Sabrinas gaze shifted to Tyrone.
Horace, Rita, Collen, surprised, stood up and greeted them with a smile.
What a coincidence! When did you get here? Why didnt you let me know?
It wasnt until then that Sabrina noticed Rita
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, who was dressed elegantly and following Horace.
As Collen spoke, Sabrina secretly sized Horace up.
Though Horace was over fifty, he maintained a youthful appearance, fit and healthy, resembling a man in his forties. Sabrina thought he must have been quite the looker in his youth, which explained why Kira was still hung up on him. Tyrone and Blayze had Horaces eyes.
Sabrina noticed Horace steal a glance at Tyrone as he spoke with Collen.
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Tyrone leaned back in his chair, his face expressionless, though a hint of impatience flickered in his eyes.
Horace responded with a warm smile, I came here on business but decided to stay a few days for pleasure. I didnt inform you because I knew you were busy at work, and I didnt want to intrude.
Collen simply smiled and said to Rita, Rita, you look prettier every time I see you. I hardly recognized you.
Oh, dont tease me, Rita replied with a laugh.
After a few moments of conversation, Collen made the introduction. Bella, Sabrina, this is Horace, Blayzes father, and this is his wife, Rita. Horace, this is Bella, my girlfriend. This is Sabrina, our friend. And this is Sabrinas husband.
Sabrina greeted Horace and Rita as if she knew nothing. Once Ritas relationship with her became known, it would be hard to keep things calm, which would put Collen in a tough spot. Sabrina chose to act as though she didnt know Rita.
Rita, not wanting to discuss her connection with Sabrina publicly, did the same.
Horace nodded at the group and at the mention of Bella, he said meaningfully, Collen, youre really fortunate to have such a nice girlfriend.
Collen was about to respond when Horace switched topics and addressed Tyrone, Its quite a surprise to see you here in Philade. What are the odds?
Tyrone returned his look and acted to finally recognize Horace. Mr. Fowler, I apologize. I didnt recognize you just now. That was rude of me.
Horace was at a loss for words but shrugged it off. Its fine. Weve only met once, after all.
Collen, ever the host, chimed in, I had no idea Horace knew Tyrone. Lets have dinner together. Horace, Rita, please join us. Its on me.
Sure. Horace didnt waste any time and quickly grabbed Ritas hand to sit down.
Collen, caught off guard by their haste, hurriedly asked the waiter to bring two more sets of tableware.