Chapter 1111

After the discussion about the internship was settled, Selena let go of Reuben's hand expressionlessly. Staring at him for a moment, she mustered the courage to ask, "Uncle Reuben, do you not like having me around?" She hadn't meant to ask, but as the quiet night stretched on, the question had slipped out. Hearing this, Reuben couldn't help but chuckle. He stood up and ruffled her hair. "Of course not," he said with a smile. Then, as if it were an afterthought, he added, "Oh, by the way, I've got a date on Saturday. Why don't you come along and see if she'd make a good aunt for you?" Selena's heart sank. She felt as if the air had been knocked out of her. Staring up at Reuben, she had a sinking suspicion that he knew something—that all of this was deliberate, especially him inviting her to his date. A wave of discomfort welled up in her chest. Swallowing hard, she forced a smile and replied, "I think I'll sit that one out. I wouldn't want to give you bad advice and mess up your