She stole a timid nce at Rowan’s stern face, fearing a rebuke. After all, she was aware that her
family, the Torres, had minimal eptance for Marco.
She harbored some regret for impulsively kissing Marco. Even if it was just a brief goodnight kiss on
the cheek, it was a kiss nheless.
Despite Loraine’s difort throughout the journey and multiple failed attempts at an apology, Rowan
drove home with steady concentration, maintaining his silence.
Even when he parked the car in the garage, he showed no signs of initiating conversation.
Unable to contain herself any Longer, Loraine spoke as Rowan prepared to exit the car.
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“Uncle Rowan…”
As Rowan turned to face her, he closed the car door, offering her a gentle and supportive gaze.
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Thisforting gesture warmed Loraine’s heart, amplifying her guilt.
Lowering her gaze, she softly confessed, “I apologize… Uncle Rowan,
I’m truly sorry for disappointing you and for my re-involvement with
Marco.”
Not in front of Marco, Loraine acknowledged how natural it felt to discuss him.
She sneakily peered up at Rowan, whose stern face was marred by a slight frown. Observing this,
Loraine retracted, suggesting in defeat,
“You can scold me if you wish.”
Rowan then exhaled softly, making Loraine’s heart leap in apprehension.
However, the expected harsh reprimand was nowhere to be found, nor was there any substantial
advice given.
What Loraine felt next was a warm hand gently caressing her head while
Rowan’sforting voice flowed.
“Lorrie, you’re exceptional. How could you disappoint us?”
Taken aback, Loraine raised her eyes to see Rowan’s usually stern demeanor reced by a face
radiating tenderness.
“Don’t be absurd, kid. You’re the gem of the Torres family. If you wished for the stars, I’d find a way to
bring them down. Moreover, you only want a man. It’s nothing.”
At this, Loraine sat in stunned silence, while a light snort escaped
Rowan, his pridefulness distinctly evident.