Karol said, plastering a loving smile on her face as she tried to win over the boy.

However, Jerrold looked at her as if she were his sworn enemy. He quickly shook off her hand, hid behind Lilah, and glared at Karol suspiciously.

Embarrassment flashed across Karol's face.

“Please don't misunderstand me, Lilah. I genuinely want to apologize. I admit I've been against you these past few days. You can understand how I feel, right? Suddenly, an outstanding woman appears in my life. Anyone would be jealous..."

Lilah was taken aback by Karol's words.

In her mind, Karol had always been the spoiled daughter of an influential family, perpetually arrogant.

"Well, that's your business. It has nothing to do with us," Lilah replied, her tone firm.

Karol immediately adopted a regretful and pitiful expression. “Lilah, I know I've disappointed you. I'll change. Please give me a chance."

Lilah glanced at Gerard, feeling weary of the whole situation.

She had to admit that people like Karol were impressive in their ability to adapt and change attitudes quickly.

“Let's go. The movie is about to begin," Gerard said expressionlessly.

He cast an icy glare at Karol.

The cold look in his eyes made Karol feel a lump in her throat, rendering her speechless.

She could only watch as they walked away, feeling the weight of their rejection.

After what felt like a long while, Karol pulled out her phone and called Danna.

Meanwhile, after the movie, Lilah noticed four missed calls from Absolon.

She called him back immediately. "Everything's okay?" she asked.

Absolon's voice was full of joy. “Lilah, Karol said she'd seen you and the boy. Bring him home so your grandma and I can meet him."

Lilah could tell from his tone that he was fond of Jerrold.

So she couldn't refuse.

"Alright," she agreed, “but Jerrold is allergic to mangoes. Make sure the kitchen doesn't prepare anything with mango for dinner."

Absolon agreed happily.

“Shall I go with you?" Gerard asked.

Suddenly, his phone rang. It was his assistant, informing him of an urgent matter that needed his attention at the company.