The Day I Kissed An Older Man

Karen had long known about Vince's callousness, but his words cut deeper than she expected. She felt as if she held no significance as a person, and all that mattered to him was the fetus in her womb.

"Don't you care about anything else other than your son? How could you be so selfish? Did you consider Rita's feelings when you visited Sherman on an impulse? They were friends, but your actions will only make the situation awkward for them. How could you expect her to face Sherman again?" Karen's retort was rooted in some logic.

Vince fell silent for a moment before responding, "Everything I do is for the good of the family. Rita is older now, and I trust she'll be able to understand her father's decisions. Even if she disagrees with it on a personal level, she'd still be able to see the bigger picture and see it as a means of salvaging her reputation." Vince paused for a moment.

business won't be enough to silence the rumors. And do you think anyone will marry Rita once word gets out? Her options will be severely limited. As her father, I must consider her best interests. And besides, you're now

had thrown a tantrum about wanting to marry Sherman, but she never even contemplated the fact that

her unborn baby's inheritance

with the man Sadie likes is surely going to make Sadie feel sad," Karen explained. She was unusually compliant as she sat by Vince's legs and embraced

at an age where it's easy to get infatuated with guys. Even if she kicks up a fuss, you'll be there to keep her in check right? This home belongs to us and our son. We must plan for his future," Vince reasoned, gently

"I don't think you can feel him when he's less than a couple of

a bond with him because I'm his father. I