"Tina and I are dating." Phillip announced, nearly causing the utensils in the elders' hands to clatter to the floor. After a moment of surprise, Hamilton's face gradually turned a shade of pale green. Phillip continued, "The breakup was my fault, and over the past six months, I've never stopped caring for her. That's why I've come to ask for your blessing."
"Ridiculous!" Hamilton's face darkened with anger. "Phillip, you're usually so steady. How come you're suddenly acting wild like Tina?"
"You both made a scene about ending things before, and now, with Tina about to get engaged to Alfred, you come here to say you're in a relationship? Do you think this is some kind of game?" Phillip remained calm and firm, "I've never treated it like a game. Despite the ups and downs, Tina has always been the one I want to spend my life with."
"This isn't just about the two of you; it involves three families now. Even if you don't care about the Watsons' reputation, what about your parents? Do they approve of this behavior?"
Curtis's failed marriage had taught Maddox and Jennifer a valuable lesson. It's best not to meddle too much in their children's affairs.
Before coming to Capital City, Phillip had already discussed his plans with his parents. Maddox didn't object, knowing full well he couldn't be stopped.
"We had everything arranged perfectly for you, and yet you chose to stir things up. Your mother and I won't interfere; it's your life. Since she's the one you want, you'll have to sort things out with both the Watson and the Lewis families on your own."
"I've already spoken to my parents, and I have their support," Phillip said. "I care more about the person right in front of me than about our so-called reputation or what outsiders think."
His sincere words sparked a complex look between the elders.
Hamilton hadn't expected Maddox to let Phillip get his way, fearing he'd seem unreasonable and cruel for opposing their love.
Fuming yet unable to lash out at Phillip directly, he demanded, "And what about Tina? Call her, have her come back here immediately!"
Phillip stood and picked up a half-meter rod from a nearby table.
"I'm the one who pursued her; the fault is mine. You've already punished her once before; it shouldn't always be her who bears the consequences."
He approached Hamilton, offering the rod with both respect and dignity, "Mr. Watson, I'm here to accept any punishment."
Hamilton, arms resting on the table, faced him with a stern expression.
Phillip respected him as an elder, but that didn't mean he was willing to be punished without cause.
He didn't take the rod, nor did he speak, leaving the atmosphere tense until Tina's grandma nudged Harry under the table.
The usually silent Harry cleared his throat, attempting to ease the situation, "It's clear that Phillip genuinely cares for our Tina. These two have a bond that can't seem to be broken, no matter what S
Hamilton, Still angry, slammed his hand on the table, "What unbreakable bond? It's nothing but irresponsible behavior towards herself and everyone involved!"
"Are you being responsible?" Harry's retort left Hamilton speechless.
In his youth, Harry was a notable figure in Capital City. Now retired, he spent his days gardening, his demeanor becoming more gentle and approachable.
"So Tina's been making trips to
Stonebridge quite often lately. I
suppose she's been seeing you net
You
Voters these days, flipping your
minds all the time.."
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