Kent looked at his father. He was speechless.

Geraint gave an awkward chuckle. “I’m just saying. But what I said earlier still stands. No matter who your romantic rival is and no matter how exceptional he might be, what really matters is Dr. Jones’s feelings for him.

“Don’t focus on him being your romantic rival. Observe whether Dr. Jones likes you or likes him. If she chooses him, then you need to let it go. At least, you still have Mary.

“Mary is a sensible girl who knows how to run a famil