Chapter 17

Corey's eyes reddened when he heard that. Tears began to well up in his eyes. He tugged on Joyce's sleeve and pleaded, "I'm sorry, Joyce. I know I was wrong. I won't follow you around without your permission anymore. Please don't turn me away…" More people started looking over. Joyce did not want to engage with him further, so she threw the lunchbox into the trashcan by her feet. "Since you're so attached to your lunchbox, stop bringing me food." With that, she shook off his hand and turned away coldly. Corey panicked when he saw her leave. Ignoring the discarded lunchbox, he quickly followed her. Meanwhile, Neal and Hestia arrived at the restaurant. After placing his order, Neal handed the menu to Hestia. "My company's having a gathering next week. We're allowed to bring a family member. Would you like to come?" "Of course I would," Hestia said, nodding. She, too, placed her order and handed the menu to the waiter. "I can't just let you be the only one there alone while everyon