Chapter 268
Chapter 268:
“I told you Kyson’s behavior felt off. Could it really be that he struggles in these situations? That would explain why he’s never dated anyone. Honestly, it’s so puzzling p>
Irene was still whispering when she suddenly realized a shadow had appeared above her.
Slowly lifting her gaze, she found herself staring straight into Kyson’s eyes.
A stiff chuckle escaped her as she sprang upright, palms pressed flat against the wall as if caught mid-stretch. “Still awake, Kyson? You know I’m trying to slim down, right? Karol and I were just doing a little exercise out here p>
Karol immediately bobbed her head in frantic agreement. “Yes, just exercising p>
“Yoga? Or Pilates?” Kyson’s voice carried a low rasp as he looked them over, his eyes narrowing with quiet suspicion. “Mom, if you’re that into working out, I happen to know a few excellent coaches. Starting tomorrow, I’ll have them come by to give you some proper training. Sound good p>
“That sounds awful p>
The mere thought of being watched and corrected made her skin crawl. Irene discreetly pinched the fabric of Karol’s sleeve, plastering on a stiff grin. “We were only stretching a little — nothing serious. Actually, we should probably head downstairs now.” Eager not to provoke Kyson any further, she seized Karol’s wrist and hurried her toward the stairs, practically trotting down each step.
𝗕е p𝘢𝗋𝘵 𝗈𝖿 о𝘶r 𝗰omm𝘂𝗻𝗂𝗍y o𝗇
“Good grief, that nearly gave me a heart attack,” Irene murmured, pressing a trembling hand to her chest while her gaze flicked nervously back toward the upper floor. “Where on earth did he get that personality from? His father and I were never that difficult to deal with p>
Karol tilted her head, mulling it over. “Maybe from his grandfather p>
A quick nod followed, though Irene clearly had no interest in lingering on that subject. Leaning closer, she dropped her voice to a hushed whisper. “Do you think they’ll actually manage it tonight p>
“Maybe p>
“They’re young, full of energy — and they already started earlier, didn’t they p>
Drawing her lips into a thin line, Irene shook her head with earnest doubt. She wandered to the couch, poured herself a glass of water, and took a slow sip. “Hard to say. Kyson’s been single for twenty-five years, and Kailey has never dated anyone either. Who knows if they’ll just end up sitting there, too awkward to move p>
Karol understood little about romance, yet Irene’s countless late-night drama binges made her sound oddly convincing. “So what are we supposed to do now p>
A thoughtful crease appeared between Irene’s brows as she exhaled softly. “For the moment, we’ll just watch how things unfold. If it really goes nowhere, we can always pull out a few classic tricks and give them a little push p>
“Alright! I’ve already made some preparations p>
They traded a knowing glance, an unspoken agreement passing between them as they settled on moving forward with their plan.
Silence lingered in the upstairs hallway as Kyson remained there for several long seconds, the unspent heat still glinting faintly in his eyes. With a weary exhale, he pressed his fingers against the bridge of his nose, then turned and walked back into the room.