Chapter 111:

Stefan stared at his reflection in the mirror, adjusting the tie on his shirt collar. He sighed for the umpteenth time before turning around to face Dorothy.

"Are you sure this is a good idea?" he asked, uncertainty clouding his face.

"Trust me, Stefan. You all need this," Dorothy replied with a reassuring smile.

Having dinner with Arthur and Beatrice together… he wasn’t so sure about it. He remembered how Tasha and Tristan never allowed them to share a moment of peace.

“You’re overthinking,” Dorothy said gently. “And if things get awkward, just remember—I’ll be right there.”

Stefan gave a reluctant nod. “I guess I can do this.”...