Scars Of A Broken Bond by Calv Momose

Being gazed at by Jennie, Keilani explained, "I'd love for the three of us to have dinner together."

"My dad is a big fan of lamb!" Jennie responded with an eye

roll. "He loves it braised, steamed, roasted, and even in soup."

"Is that so?"

"Indeed," Jennie replied with a steady voice.

"Got it. I'm wondering if your dad's had his lunch yet. Jennie, why not give him a call and check on him?" Keilani offered.

Jennie frowned. How could Keilani give herself away this soon and easily? Such eagerness Keilani had shown!

Jennie slightly smiled and responded, "Nah. I don't want to disturb him. He might be busy with work right now."

him. He'd be thrilled

just shook her head, pressing her lips together. "No." Keilani stared at Jennie with a sullen face, but Jennie

was quite frustrated. Jennie was quite

drove

nap time was over, Jennie settled into her bed for a

kids gathered

who picked you up today? She looked different from the person I saw

boy from the back. "My dad says Jennie

the city leader, Keilani drew the eyes of many. They sought her company, eager to forge a connection with the leader through her. Keilani's actions in recent

an

"What do you mean?"

not the one Jennie's dad had married. Kids born this way are often looked

Jennie was rendered speechless.