Chapter 75

I also let out a sigh of relief. When Steve read the name on the screen, he calmly glanced at Mom and me before standing up and leaving to answer the call. If my guess was correct, it had to be Isabel and her daughter calling. I took this chance to whisper, "Mom, don't tell Steve that Brandon's girlfriend is Isabel." Mom paused before asking, "Why? Steve is family. It's fine if he knows." I quickly thought of an excuse on the spot. "He's Isabel's fan. You should surprise him by letting him know on the day of the dinner." Mom covered her smile with a hand and said, "How expected! Steve likes celebrities." We were still talking when Steve returned after answering his call. He seemed troubled by something and forgot about Brandon's girlfriend. Even Mom could tell that Steve was distracted. She asked him out of concern, "Did something happen at the company? If you're busy, you can go first. You don't have to worry about me. I'll leave after I'm done eating." Steve evenly