Chapter 854

Kelly's words, though directed at Hailey, were meant for Keith. Rather than trying to unravel his emotional barriers indirectly, she decided to confront him directly about how to address them.

Keith, who had been standing behind her, frowned and said with a hint of irritation, "Kelly, stop fooling around. Let's leave."

Kelly shot him a defiant look. "No. I'm being upfront with you. I brought you here to visit your mother because you're too emotionally guarded. You always hold back your true feelings, and it's clear that this isn't who you really are."

She was done with subtlety, knowing that Keith, with his sharp mind, would figure out her real intentions.

Keith's face grew cold, reverting to his usual detached expression. The earlier episode didn't seem to have caused any change. Annoyed by Kelly's persistence, he said firmly, "If you don't leave, then I will."

He turned to walk away, but Kelly quickly stepped in front of him and grabbed his arm. "Are you really so afraid to show