While a part of him yearned to break free from Kiara's hold and move on with his life, another part still clung to the memories they shared, making it hard to let go.
His anger and hurt wrestled with his lingering feelings, leaving him torn and uncertain. He struggled to find the words to express the turmoil brewing inside him, his gaze fixed on his mother's.
"So, Mom, you're asking me to get married to Kendall?" Darren asked, his voice laced with disbelief and hesitation.
Mrs. Hernandez nodded emphatically, "Yes, son! Besides, you need to do that for your father's sake too! He's not getting any younger, and it would bring him so much joy to see you settled down with a good woman like Kendall."
Darren shook his head, his eyes flashing with determination, "No, Mom! I can't just make decisions like that. I won't make decisions based on my father's health. I need to think this through, consider my own feelings and what I truly want."