Chapter 16 " I went to talk to Silvana because her sister stole my ring . Ken , I didn't want to cause any trouble . I just want my ring back . It's my mother's keepsake . It's important to me . I've already called the police , but her sister denied it , so I was hoping Silvana could talk some sense into her . " Christina made it so convincing . She even choked up a bit . Kendrick's voice softened . " When did that happen ? " " A few days ago . " " Why didn't you tell me ? " Christina fell silent . Kendrick continued , " Whatever it is , you come to me , and stay away from Silvana . " " Understood . I'm sorry for the inconvenience . " Christina no longer held back her emotions . " I don't know if I can get my ring back . I was going to wear it to a charity event . It's really valuable to me . " " I'll let Irving retrieve your ring . Don't worry . " " Should I apologize to Silvana ? I offended her because of her sister ." " No need . " Christina curled her lips into a smirk . She knew Kendrick still believed her , but she didn't expect Silvana to blow the whistle on her . " Maybe that's not right . I should apologize for my wrongdoings . I vented 0.00 % 15.590 Chapter 16 my spleen on her when she had nothing to do with it . Ken , would you mind apologizing for me if you happen to speak to her ? " Kendrick didn't agree . Instead , he said , " Focus on what you're doing right now . Don't worry about this . " Kendrick ended the call . Then he summoned Irving and asked , " Silvana's sister stole Christina's mother's ring . The police are involved now . Handle this and get the ring back , " " Got it . I'll deal with it now , " Irving replied , then turned and walked out . Kendrick removed her glasses and leaned back against the chair . He recalled that Silvana told her to stop harassing her . Did she really despise him that much ? Even if they were divorced , they parted on good terms . He rubbed his brows , lost in thought . His phone suddenly rang . He glanced at it and saw the call was from home . Kendrick didn't pick it up . When the screen went dark and the ringing stopped , he grabbed the phone to return the call . It was quickly answered by Rosella Villarreal , his mother . " Your father's birthday is next week . Will you be back ? " " Not sure yet . " Kendrick hesitated . His eyes narrowed , empty of emotions . " It's been three years since you last came home . Your father may not say it out loud , but deep down , he still misses you , and you haven't even called once . No father and son would grow this distant . " Kendrick flicked the cigarette ash and stayed quiet . Rosella knew he didn't like to wear his heart on his sleeve . She paused and changed the subject . " Since Christina is officially your girlfriend , we 20.72 % 15.58 Chapter 16 11 should make time to visit the Walters and have a serious conversation about your future . " Kendrick rubbed his forehead , looking utterly exhausted . " I'll deal with it later . No rush . " " You're not in a rush , but I am . I long for a grandchild . " Rosella figured that since Kendrick wanted a family , he should act now before anything went wrong . " You're not getting any younger . Don't keep Christina waiting . Make the first move ! " Without giving a direct answer , Kendrick tugged at his collar . He was a bit irritated when thinking about what Silvana said . " I've got other things to do . Talk to you later . " " Kendrick ? " The call ended . Kendrick took his coat and walked out . The wind was chilling . Kendrick drove aimlessly . Before he knew it , he was near Silvana's studio . He had come here a few times in the past when he and Silvana weren't divorced , but he never went inside because Silvana wouldn't let him . He didn't ask why , so he didn't know which floor her studio was on . He parked his car by the roadside , gazing up at the brightly lit building . While smoking a cigarette , his thoughts drifted back to the day of his divorce . Silvana didn't spare him a glance before she walked away . It appeared that she felt no attachment to him . That was what he hoped . But why did he feel so empty ? He didn't ruminate over it . Suddenly , he saw Silvana emerging from the building , dressed in casual clothes with her long hair cascading down her 49.06 % 15 58 Chapter 16 back . She seemed happy . But she wasn't alone . A man in a suit walked alongside her . Absent - minded , Silvana almost sprained her ankle . Jeromy caught her arm and helped her stand firm . She thanked him . " I'm OK . " 208 Vouchers Jeromy said with concern , " You seem off . Are you sure you don't want me to drive you home ? " " No. I don't want to trouble you . Besides , I live nearby . I'll be home soon . Jeromy added , " Don't stress yourself out . Work is important , but you have to take care of yourself . " " Got it . Thank you . " " You're welcome . Here comes the taxi . Hop in . " Jeromy opened the car door for her like a gentleman . Jeromy said , " See you soon . " The car soon drove off . Silvana leaned against the seat and closed her eyes to rest . After a while , the driver chuckled and joked , " Is that your boyfriend ? He seemed to care so much about you . " Confused , Silvana opened her eyes . She didn't answer The driver went on . " You're a match made in heaven . " " That's not my boyfriend . " " Sorry . My bad . I thought he was . " " It's alright . " 75.75 % 15 58 Chapter 16 Silvana recognized the car behind as Kendrick's . But she paid it no mind , thinking it was just a coincidence . 1200 Vouchers Soon , they reached her apartment building . Through the rearview mirror , she saw Kendrick's car pull up in front of them . " Take care . Don't forget to leave a good review . " 94.72 %