Manny walked and stopped in front of his car. He then turned to Roxy, who was following closely behind him. “Roxy, I’ll head back first. You stay here.”

Roxy understood what he meant. She hesitated slightly before saying, “Dad, that guy doesn’t even want to look at me directly. Staying here won’t lead to any progress. The only woman who can get close to him is that tomboy Noelle.

“Although my skin is thick enough, being rejected and ignored by him again and again still feels humiliating.”

Rox