Chapter 40

“D’Andre…” Aunt Daisy sighed, her gaze fixed on the floor as she replied, "No, not yet. I've tried calling him multiple times, but he's unreachable. I've sent him updates about Maiari, about the baby, but there's been no response. It's as if he doesn't care."

Uncle Mike offered a suggestion, trying to find a rational explanation. "Maybe he's buried in his studies or dealing with some critical matters for the business? You know how dedicated he can be."

Aunt Daisy, however, couldn't shake off her concerns. She looked at Uncle Mike with a troubled expression. "What if Nelson decides to ask for Maiari's hand in marriage? Should I entertain the idea? I've always rooted for D'Andre, but seeing his absence in this crucial moment... I'm starting to doubt if he's the right man for Maiari."

Uncle Mike placed a reassuring hand on Aunt Daisy's shoulder. "Nelson is a good man, and he loves Maiari deeply. If he comes forward and asks for our blessing to marry our beloved Maiari, I say we consider