The dinner went by pleasantly. Laughter and smiles were never in short supply, nor were Francis’s slightly indiscreet comments. His nephews were completely smitten with Johari and asked her questions about her work and her life in general. There were no awkward conversations, and Johari seemed completely at ease. It was… too nice to be true, and he didn’t know why he felt like what he was experiencing was just part of some illusion. Deep down, he knew he was being pessimistic by constantly thin