Kyle nodded but his expression was more cautious. "I'm worried about how his relationship with his father is going to affect Fiona. To be a healthy adult he needs counselling and she deserves someone willing to be a better man. I say this as someone who recognizes his own father issues."

"I'll be there for her." Monique assured him. She looked at him nervously. "I'm surprised you haven't pointed out the age difference between me and Dale and my own potential father issues."

He shook his head. "Not my place nor do I have any right to judge others on how they relate to their fathers. And from what you...