Kenneth's words landed like a bombshell in the private room.

Especially for Karen. She couldn't believe her cousin had changed his tune! If Kenneth was willing to have a one-on-one chat with Jeffrey, there was definitely some wiggle room.

So, without missing a beat, Karen shot Jeffrey a conspiratorial wink, urging him to seize the opportunity.

"Alright, let's step outside and talk," Jeffrey agreed.

the two men had excused themselves, Karen finally let out a sigh

I was scared they'd come to blows or something!" Dorothy chuckled softly. "Tell me about it; I was scared, too." Especially with the tension you could cut with a knife just moments ago, anyone would

think they’ll duke it out once they're outside, do you?" "I doubt it. Kenneth's not one to throw punches." Karen clasped her hands together in a silent prayer. "I just hope my bro can come through

out with their good looks, so chatting by the restaurant entrance would have drawn

some harsh words, but instead, Kenneth started with, "Got a smoke?" "Huh?" Jeffrey was taken aback. "No, I quit. Karen's pregnant.” "Oh." Kenneth leaned against the wall, falling silent for a few seconds before finally speaking up, "You're serious about Karen?" Jeffrey nodded firmly. "Absolutely." "You can handle her being high maintenance, illogical at times, and impulsive?" "Yes! It's

of course, he was in the loop! "They're not getting back together, are they?" Jeffrey pondered for a moment, then shook his head. "I really can't say; that's their business." "And you

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