It's already late."

Terilynn pressed her lips in a thin line. Now she was done, and her father wouldn't give her a chance. She cast a glance full of expectations toward Miranda and Debbie.

“Grandma, Mom, my friend invited me. Don't worry. I'll be back soon.”

It was only past seven in the evening, and Debbie wanted her to go out and have fun. She just smiled at Terilynn.

"Are you going to drive yourself? Or do you want to go with the driver?"

Terilynn sensed hope.

"I left my driving license at college. My friend said he would pick me up. I'll just wait at the gate."

Just when Terilynn was waiting for her mom to give her consent, Carlos sharp and icy voice rang again.

“Which friend are you talking about? Do

I know this person? Where is he taking you?"

Terilynn shut her eyes closed. Why wouldn't her dad stop interrogating her as if she were a criminal? She took a deep breath and swept her gaze at him.

"Just a friend. There will be others too. You don't know him. Dad, stop asking!" Even her grandmother and her mother wouldn't ask so many questions. Thankfully, Terilynn had the support of the two powerful Ladies in her family. With their help, she was able to ignore her father's questions.

Her father didn't give her and her sister freedom to mingle with anyone easily, especially men. Although she knew her father only wanted the best for them, she still longed to go out without any restriction

Carlos scoffed, "Why, can't I even ask you now? Each of you thinks you have grown up and don't need your parents anymore!" Sadness cast over

Carlos’ eyes in a flash.

Miranda ignored Carlos and waved at Terilynn.

"Go ahead. You better take Bennett with you because it's too late. Or else, we'll be worried."

Terilynn said with glee, “Thank you, Grandma! Thank you, Mom." She glanced at Carlos.

“Bye, Dad." The girl left the living room and her ponytail swung as she rushed at the door.

Terilynn walked towards the gate of the manor while playing with her mobile phone. Behind her, Bennett drove the car, following her close.

Just as she reached the main gate, a honk sound gained her attention.

Her eyes shone brightly. Joshua was standing in front of the passenger seat door, smiling at her.

Terilynn's mouth curved up to form a grin, and she ran toward Joshua.

He opened the passenger door and gave her a paper cup.

“Here, have some hot milk."