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Thelma's Point of View:

I stayed outside until evening, and Steven finally arrived home from work. He didn't say anything to me. I went back into the living room shortly after Steven walked inside.

Dad had already taken his bath, changed into his suit, and sat on the living room couch. He called me over, and I assumed Mom had spoken to him about Felix Ruben being CEO Richard Ruben.

"Thelma," Father called out.

"Yes, Dad," I answered, pausing in the living room.

"Is it true what you told your mother about Felix being CEO Richard Ruben?" Father asked.

"Yes, Dad."

"Well, if that's the case, I cannot cancel the wedding engagement as Felix already agreed to come and visit us here the day after tomorrow."

"But Dad, what if he finds out the truth about me? Won't he go online to gain more recognition by revealing it?" I asked.

Father remained silent.

After a while, he said, "You caused all this drama, Thelma. But don't worry. Donald is my friend, and if Felix is indeed CEO Richard, h