The Day I Kissed An Older Man novel Chapter 2680

"How could you say such a thing? All these dinner parties are held specifically for your benefit. I know you don't like these kinds of gatherings, but you missed a lot of opportunities to meet new people since you didn't show up last time. Your stepmom said that most people your age are already in relationships, yet you're still single. How do you think it makes your old man feel?

"I'm not forcing you to go on blind dates or anything, just to get to know some people. You're still young, and it's good to make more friends," said Vince.

Rita's smile fell as soon as her stepmother was mentioned. 'What did he mean, not forcing me into blind dates? He's clearly pushing me to meet new guys. I bet all that stepmom of mine wants me to do is to find someone from a similar background and get married quickly so I won't fight with her daughter for the inheritance.'

Rita's heart churned with bitterness and resentment. Unfortunately, she could not express those thoughts out loud to her father.

"Your stepmom is only looking out for you. With her taking care of things for you, I can also rest easy."

Vince was not getting any younger, and hearing her father say that made Rita feel a pang of sadness. "Dad, please don't say things like that, okay? You're making it sound like you're going to leave me soon."

"Silly girl, is that any way to talk to your old man? Anyway, you better not skip the party tomorrow, got it? I'm going to cancel your card for a month if you don't come back tomorrow."

"Ugh! That's just cruel, Dad!"

Thus, he chose to remarry. Unfortunately, Rita did not get along with her stepmother.

Although Karen Parr had done nothing wrong, and she did her best to bond with her stepdaughter, all her efforts came to nothing. Rita remained emotionally distant toward her no matter what.

Vince knew that it was difficult for Rita to compromise. After all, there was only him, Karen, and their second daughter left living at home. No matter how much he tried to repair his relationship with Rita, they could never return to how it was before.

Seeing Vince sighing, Karen approached him gently. She tenderly massaged his temples and asked, "Is your headache acting up again? Weren't you just on the phone with Rita? Why the sigh?"