After they were done eating, Janet suggested that they relax in the restaurant for a while before they head out. Kelsey subscribed to the offer and they sat back.They talked for a while and when they were about to leave, Kelsey dipped her hand into her bag and pulled out some notes but Janet forced her to place the money back."I said it was my treat. Remember?"Kelsey smiled. She had eaten a lot and felt that the bill was going to be a bit high for Janet so she wanted to contribute."Why don't we go Dutch? "Janet smiled and shook her head. "You still want to pay?""I know it's your treat and I appreciate that offer but I'll appreciate it more if we split the bills," Kelsey replied. "Please?" she quickly added. Janet agreed with a nod and they collectively sorted the bills."Why don't I take you round the campus? I mean, a bit of sightseeing if you don't mind?" Janet offered immediately after they stepped out of the restaurant."That will be great. But only if you will take me to t
When Kesley woke up the next morning, she got dressed and moved to the dining room for breakfast. She was having a class in less than an hour. When she got to the table, she met Dennis eating silently. His lips were barely moving.She pulled out a chair. Dennis lifted his head and saw her dropping her bag on the dining table. He lowered his head and continued devouring his meal silently.Without uttering a word, Kelsey uncovered the bowls before her and decorated her plate with freshly baked cookies and two apples. It was evident that both of them were not speaking to each other. Each of them was waiting for the other to apologise first.Kelsey was stirring her tea when Dennis stood up. "Meet me outside. I'll drop you off at school." he offered without looking at her after cleaning his mouth with a napkin. Kelsey nodded in understanding.She hurriedly ate her breakfast and grabbed her bag. Dennis was already seated in the car when she got out. She opened the door to the back seat and
Immediately Kelsey saw Dennis walk into her room, She stood up and began taking steps toward him. A fake smile was plastered on her face. She hugged him tightly."Sweetheart, you are back," Kelsey said and gave him a peck on the right cheek. "Welcome home," she added.Dennis stood motionless and Kelsey blinked at him to go with the flow, signalling to him that Janet was watching. He cleared his throat and wrapped his arms around her."I miss you, my love," he said, faking a smile."Awwn" Janet screamed in excitement. She created applause. "You guys are so adorable," she commented.Dennis held Kelsey's face with both hands and kissed her forehead. "You look gorgeous."She faked another smile. "You don't want to ruin my makeup with your kisses," she commented and broke away from the embrace.Janet remained in her corner, adoring them. Kelsey walked up to her and held her right hand. She pulled her closer to Dennis."She's Janet. We met in college yesterday. I told you about her right?"
Dennis walked out of the house and joined Kelsey in the car. He mounted the driver's seat. Kelsey was stamping her left leg slightly.Dennis wrapped the seat belt around him and Kelsey did the same. He cleared his throat loudly and She thought he wasn't done scolding her."When we get to my parent's house, we must be of best behaviour." He said with both hands on the speedometer.Kelsey turned toward him. "You don't have to tell me that Dennis. I'm not going to march into your parent's home and start wrecking things.Dennis sighed. " By being of best behaviour, I mean we need to keep our act straight. We are going there as a couple right so we must act like one."Kelsey nodded. "I understand.""We have to prove to them that we are deeply in love to avoid any form of suspicion so we must be conscious of our words and gestures."Kelsey stopped stamping her leg. "Noted. So is there anything else I should know about?""My parents might ask you questions about me," Dennis said. "Well, I
Kelsey took the utensils to the table and spotted a vacant chair between Dennis and his brother Peter. She pulled the chair and sat after placing the utensils on the table."Help yourself!" Peter said and pushed a bowl before Kelsey. She smiled and uncovered a plate.Peter leaned over and whispered into her right ear. "Don't be shy because it's your first time in our home. Hunger has no emotions so relax and eat to your fill."Kelsey giggled and nodded repeatedly. "Peter, if you are going to crack a joke, you might as well yell it out so everyone can laugh." commented his father."That will be great. I mean, we all deserve to laugh too." Dennis responded.Peter smiled and passed the bowl of sauce his mother just handed him to Kelsey. "I just wanted miss pretty here to feel at home." he blinked.They all set their plates and were soon eating. "Ben, you don't want much sugar in your tea right?" Kate asked her husband."You know I like it Kate but you still went ahead and asked. Of cou
Kelsey's eyes widened and a surprised expression covered her face. She wanted to scream at Dennis for not informing her prior about his journey but she decided to keep her cool. They were standing before his parents after all. Why didn't he tell her about his trip? How could he take such a decision about her stay? What If she doesn't wish to stay with his parents? she wondered and flashed a fake smile. "It will be nice to have Kelsey around the house. It will give us more time to bond. We will be glad to have her." Ben said with a smile. "Of course Ben, we will get to know her more," responded Kate. She turned to Kelsey. "Right Kelsey?" Kelsey agreed with a nod. "At least, I'll have someone to talk to about girly stuff when I come around. These people can be boring sometimes," commented Alice. "That's true Alice. You guys are going to have so much fun." Evan said. "I'm more excited about your staying here Kelsey. Even if it's going to be for a while. And guess what, we will go to
Kelsey returned from college and met Dennis sitting in the living room. Beside him was a small luggage box. Immediately Kelsey walked into the room, he rose to his feet."Welcome back. I was waiting for you to arrive," he said.Kelsey replied. "Is there a problem? I can see you are all set for your trip.""Why don't you go upstairs and pack up? I'll wait right here. I'll drop you at my parent's before I head out for my trip." He told her."There is no need for that.""What are you saying?"Kelsie sighed and dropped her schoolbag on the couch. "What I'm asserting is that there is no point packing. I don't want to leave here.""You must be joking." Dennis retorted. "You want to stay here by yourself?""Well, you should have asked me whether I could cope before you went ahead and announced to your parents that I'll be coming over and now it appears that I can cope," Kelsey said."I can't let you stay here Kelsey and please, let's not argue about this. Go in there, pack your stuff and joi
Kate led Kelsey into a room. "You'll stay here until Dennis returns." Kelsey dropped her school bag on the table and bounced on the bed.Kate smiled. "I hope you like the room." Kelsey stood up and moved to the window, she ran her hands through the curtain and turned to Kate with a warm smile."I love the room. Thank you so much." Kate blinked at her."Get some rest. Dinner is by 7. If you need anything, let me know." Kate said and walked out of the room.Kelsie changed into casual outfits and slept till evening. She woke up around 5 pm and traced her way to the kitchen. Kate was already setting dinner and Peter was doing the dishes."Welcome home Kelsie. Mom told me that you were sleeping when I walked in." Peter said with a smile."Yes. Dennis dropped me this afternoon."Kelsey took charge of the carrots and chopped them. She worked on the vegetables too. Before 7 pm, dinner was set and Ben joined them at the table."Kelsey, do you like your room?" Ben demanded immediately he sat.