Chapter 68

"Don't you feel sorry for Grace? She really hoped you would join her at the tennis court." Lucy's shrill voice could still be heard trying to persuade Troy.

"Sorry, I can't. I already promised to take Sarah and her kids out this afternoon."

I didn't expect Troy to answer like that. I was sure his aunt would soon get even more upset and angry.

"You prefer to go out with that single mother of two instead of being with Grace? Are you stupid or what, Troy? I can't believe you're letting yourself be ordered around to babysit!"

"Sorry, what did you just say? That I'm stupid?" Troy's voice sounded cold and firm.

"T-that's not what I meant, but... how about you come over to our bungalow for a bit? We can talk there!" her tone began to soften. She was no longer as insistent as before.

"Sorry, I already said I can't. Your hearing is still good, right? Or is it your memory that's having issues?"

I giggled hearing Troy's recent remark. I guarantee that after this, his aunt's voice would no