Chapter 74 - CHAPTER REPLAY

WARNING: THIS IS A REPLAYED CHAPTER

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Chapter 66: Final Decision

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My heart leaped when he said that. But what I worry about is the way how I might act on our dinner later. Would I be comfortable there even if I knew they are Summer's real parents?

I just tried to get that thing out of my mind first. I don't want Kellen to worry about me while we're having dinner. I'll think about it later when I'm done tonight.

We went down together and got into his car. He even opened the car door for me before he went to the driver's seat. He used to do that when we were together. Once again, even though I opened it, he closed it again so that he would open it. Sometimes Kellen really becomes childish when I'm with him. But when he is at work with the employees and business partners, he looks very strict.

I'm glad we're comfortable with each other now. That's exactly what I've wanted since we became official. Up to this day, I still smile whenever I remember the day when he became my boyfriend. My confession to Kellen that night was so intense and I'm glad I did that.

"Does your mom know that you're going to take me to your dinner?" I asked Kellen. We had been on the road for a few minutes and I knew we are close because their house is not far from the hotel.

"No. But they know I have someone to introduce to them. I wanted it to be a surprise," he replied while driving. He seems very excited about introducing me to them.

Here I am again, thinking becomes negative. But hopefully, if it was Kellen's surprise, they would be happy and not surprised as if they're disappointed after seeing me.

After a few minutes, we arrived at their house. The gate opened automatically and he parked in the garage before we went down at once. I held onto my small bag as we walked inside. He even held my waist when he noticed I was a bit nervous. If then I wasn't used to him doing that, now that's the way to calm me down.

When we got inside, I still couldn't help but be fascinated by how beautiful this house is. Even though I've been here a few times, I still don't get tired of the way it looks. We headed straight to the dining area and I saw Kellen's dad helping the helpers prepare dinner. His dad is really down to earth. I guessed that even when we first met and got to know each other.

"Oh, she's in the kitchen. She cooked your favorite steak and Olivia will definitely like it too," he replied.

So, is this it? Have I survived Kellen's dad? He looks happy to see me now and I'm twice as happy, of course. I didn't expect her dad and me to meet so well. I hope it's the same with her mom.

"The steak is ready," I heard her mom say and I was suddenly nervous again. She's holding the plate on which the steak was placed and she lowered it to the dining table.

"Mom, that looks so good," Kellen said before kissing her cheek.

"Of course. I made it for you, son." I'm happy for Kellen because his relationship with his mom is really good as of the following days. They've become closer and that's a big reason why sometimes Kellen can't even hide the fun when he tells me about how he and his mom spend time together.

"Mom, I brought Liv with me," Kellen told her, smiling. Her mom looked at me and I smiled at her. I tried to get rid of my nervousness and hopefully, I didn't look stupid at what I was doing.

"Oh, hello. So, you're Kellen's girlfriend now, huh?" she raised a brow. I was kind of intimidated but she doesn't seem to be angry with knowing about me and Kellen. I seem to feel my suspicions of her are wrong. Maybe she'll accept me as Kellen's girlfriend sooner or later.

"Yes, ma'am," I answered her immediately. I can't read the reaction on her face but she doesn't seem surprised either. It also doesn't seem like Kellen told them about us before tonight. Did they automatically notice it?

"Okay," was her simple answer before sitting down. "Let's eat before the food gets cold."

Kellen pulled out a chair so I could sit down. His dad was sitting in the host's chair and we were side by side while his mom was in front of us. He put my bag on a coffee table because it might fall off my chair. He looked at me and I smiled but I think he still noticed I was nervous.

"Are you okay?" he asked in a whisper so that his mom and dad would not hear. I nodded because I feel fine.

We already have started eating. When I tasted the steak her mom made, I restrained myself from closing my eyes because of its deliciousness. It's the first time I tasted her dish because usually when Kellen and I have lunch or dinner here, the helpers are the ones who cook for us.

"So, how is it?" I didn't immediately notice that I was the one her mom was asking.

"It's so delicious, Mrs. Parker," I politely replied to her.

"Stop calling me that. We're not at work. Call me Lucy," she said before continuing the meal. My forehead furrowed a little because of what she said. Is what I heard correct? Did she say I should just call her Lucy?

"Me too, Liv. Just call me Simon. After all, we're not at work to be very formal," Kellen's dad explained to me.

Wait a minute, am I dreaming or what?

I just nodded to them both because I didn't know what to answer. I looked at Kellen who was now smiling while eating. I don't know if he's doing that to tease me or he's just being happy for me.

"Where did you buy your dress?" his mom suddenly asked.

"Oh, uhm. I brought it from the mall near the hotel," I replied immediately.

"Oh, in the Sunset Mall?" she asked and I nodded. "Sorry to say but it's ugly."

Kellen suddenly choked because he was drinking juice. He looks disappointed with what his mom said to me. What if what I'm wearing is absolutely ugly? It's also my fault, I didn't prepare properly.

"Your style somehow looks so dull," she added.

"Uhm, I ..." I didn't know what to say.

"Mom, please—" Kellen was about to say something.

"You need to go shopping with me. When is your day off?" I was suddenly surprised by her question. I know I clean my ears regularly but I still doubt what I hear. It seems unrealistic.

"This Sunday," I replied shortly.

"Okay. Come here at 1:00 PM on Sunday. Don't be late because I might change my mind. I also want a shopping companion because it's boring when I'm alone. Simon doesn't wanna come with me," she said before drinking water.

I can't believe it. She wants to do shopping with me.

"What? I do want to go with you," his dad defended himself.

"Yes, you do. But you always complain about how long I take to choose what I'll buy," she said and rolled her eyes at him. They're so cute. I think that Mrs. Parker is the type of woman who's fun with even though she's somehow blunt.

I looked at Kellen and I saw him shaking his head at what his parents are doing right now. He looks like a stressed child because they are always like this, fighting over small things. I just laughed at them softly. Their family looks chaotic but I think they are still happy.

I suddenly remembered the things I needed to put an end to. They are too good to hide a secret from. Now, my decision is final.

I may not have a perfect time yet but I will tell them the truth no matter what.

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