Destinee offered a sweet smile.
âKyson means that perhaps you could start calling him by his first name, or maybe darlingâ¦â
The tips of Dulcieâs ears reddened, and her breathing became slightly erratic.
She gathered her composure and spoke softly.
âI see⦠Kyson.
â
Kyson gave a nod.
His mature and composed demeanor indicated he was pleased with her form of address.
âTomorrow is Monday, so I will be taking Destinee to kindergarten in the morning.
Give me your number, and Iâll pick you up around nine oâclock.
â
âPick me up?â
Kyson elaborated with patience, âWeâve agreed that it will be our official first date, havenât we? We can go shopping, see a movie, have a nice meal, and enjoy the evening scenery.
â
In essence, he planned to spend the entire next day with her.
Dulcieâs hands shook with excitement.
She felt elated as if she were in a wonderful dream.
âI understand.
Iâll see you tomorrow morning then⦠Kyson.
â
With a smile, Kyson nodded and then climbed into the luxury car, holding Destinee.
Only after the car door closed did the smile fade from his face, giving way to his usual cool and detached expression.
The driver pressed the accelerator, and the luxury car departed from the restaurant.
Destinee lowered the window and waved goodbye to Dulcie, her expression charming.
Once Dulcie was out of sight, Kyson helped the little girl back into her seat and thoughtfully buckled her seatbelt.
Kyson always showed a gentle and indulgent side when dealing with Destinee.
He was impeccable in her presence, carefully hiding any harsher aspects of his personality.
âKyson, do you really like Dulcie?â Destinee asked, tilting her head with a mix of curiosity and nonchalance.
Kyson smiled and playfully pinched her cheek.
âI like anyone you like.
â
Destinee grinned mischievously.
âSo, that means Iâm your favorite!â
Kyson affectionately tousled her hair and pulled out his phone.
As he stared at the number Dulcie had given him, an idea slowly formed in his mind.
*
The limousine had departed, and Dulcie remained at the restaurantâs gate.
The smile plastered across her face revealed her astonishment and joy.
Kyson wanted her to be his girlfriend.
Kyson was planning to date her.
She pinched her arm forcefully and winced from the pain.
âIt hurts.
Iâm not dreaming! This is really happening!â
When Kyson first came to Tuborg to teach, she spotted him immediately.
He was strikingly handsome, refined, and dignified.
His demeanor set him apart from the other teachers.
Back then, she was just an inconspicuous student sitting in the corner of his classroom.
She rarely talked to him, but she was captivated by his attractive appearance.
Thus, she followed him to Cadiered.
He had used a pseudonym while teaching in Tuborg, which made it difficult for her to track him down despite her efforts.
Then he became the new CEO of the Shaw Group, and his pictures in a suit and tie were all over the news.
That was how she finally found him.
For him, she had stayed in Cadiered for four years, enduring many challenges.
And now, it all seemed utterly worthwhile.
As she stood lost in thought at the gate, Phillis was positioned near a marble pillar not too far behind her.
Before departing, Kyson exited with a smile, Dulcie at his side.
They had made plans to meet again the following day.
Phillis witnessed and heard it all.
Phillis grew increasingly agitated, and her ambition to win Kysonâs affection grew stronger.
She had never imagined that Kyson would choose Dulcie, a simple country girl, over her, the refined daughter of the Perez family.
She couldnât understand it.
How could Dulcie, a mere waitress, be superior to her?
Phillis was completely unconvinced.
After pondering for a moment, she approached Dulcie.