His mother wanted him to come home so he and Lily had a chance to cultivate a relationship.

Duncan did not have a bad impression of Lily, but he did not like her either.

“What’s inconvenient about that? You drive to work anyway, and no one will say anything even if you’re late since you’re the boss. There’s a guest at home now, so you have to stay home for a few days.”

“Mom, I’m tired after being out and about today. I’m driving now so it’s not convenient for me to talk to you. I’ll hang up n