Chapter 26

According to the novel, Keith's mother is very fierce. Rhianne only knew that it was Mrs. Lancester who first disapproved of Candice Dy as Keith's girlfriend. Mrs. Lancester was totally against their relationship that she even forced the female lead to break-up with her son. It is said that Mrs. Lancester places huge importance on her youngest son in her heart. So why did Rhianne scolded Keith so much that day and she even ignored the existence of his mother? When Dr. Calvin saw Rhianne's scared expression, he let out a laugh and pat Rhianne's hair. "Are you scared?" He asked. "Don't worry about it. Mom is not really scary." 'You're lying! When she forces the female lead to get away from her son, she was like a wild tigress on a mission to hunt and kill her prey!' Seeing that Rhianne is not really convinced by his words, an evil idea suddenly popped in his head. How can Calvin simply pass this opportunity to tease this little girl? "By the way, mom wanted to see you again." Dr. Calvin said with a smile. "In fact, I was asked by her to bring you to our house tonight. She also said that she wants to discuss what happened back in the school clinic. She was still surprised that a young girl like you will scold Tristan like that." When Dr. Calvin saw Rhianne's surprised and horrified expression, he suddenly burst out another loud laugh. Her expression was similar to a scared rabbit waiting to be slaughtered. When Rhianne realized that he was intentionally scaring him, she slapped his arm three times to vent her anger. "I hate you, Dr. Calvin! I will ask mom later to find another doctor for me! You are such a big bully!" "Fine, fine. Sorry. I won't do it again." Dr. Calvin said as he wipes the tears in his eyes because of excessive laughter. "Ha! It's been a while since I laugh like this. Teasing Tristan these days are not funny anymore." "You know that Keith is having a problem yet you still want to tease him?" "What can I do? Tristan's funny expressions are my stress reliever." "No wonder he doesn't like you." 'Such a twisted doctor.' Deep inside her heart, she was still thankful to the author of the novel who gave Francis, who is a kind and understanding brother to Rhianne. Unlike Dr. Calvin, even though he was obviously the eldest brother, he is the type of brother who rejoiced for his younger brother's miseries every time. "But seriously, the reason why I wanted to meet up with you today is talk about you and Tristan." He said. "Knowing my brother, I know that you are dissatisfied with him in a lot of ways, but can you make up with him? His depressing aura is spreading all around our house. If he did something to you, can you find it in your heart to forgive Tristan?" "He did not do anything to me so there is no reason for me to forgive him. Everything about him is adorable." Dr. Calvin is about to say something when Rhianne continued. "And besides, I am doing it so Keith will realize something important. I want him to value himself more." "Oh? What else?" "I noticed that Keith is lacking self-confidence in a lot of ways. He also has this tendency to keep everything he thinks to himself until it became a negative thought that plague his mind. Not only that, he always blames himself and accepts everything in his surroundings throw at him." "So you are mad at him because of that?" "I told you that I am not mad at him! I just want him to realize something important." Rhianne defended herself. "Hmm... And what is it?" "I want him to value himself and ignore the negative comments he will receive in the present and in the future." "Oh? So you are ignoring him because of it?" "I am not really ignoring him! How many times do I need to say it?" "You're not?" "Ugh! Stop insisting that I am mad at him!" "Then why are you avoiding Tristan?" "I just want him to realize what will happen if he keeps on repeating his wrongdoings in the future. Well... I know that I am also also wrong. But what if he really would not value himself, I do not want the people around him will disappear one by one because they were fed up with him. If he doesn't start believing in himself, then no one will also believe in him. If he keeps on blaming himself, then everyone will also blame him for not changing for good." "I can see the logic in your actions. But don't you think you are being harsh on him?" "If I don't make him realized it like this, then no one will. And besides, this is the reality. No one in this world will not suffer any hardship and criticism. There will be a time where someone needs to face the harsh reality of life." The more Rhianne speaks, the more Dr. Calvin's smile widened. But Rhianne was too immersed in what she is saying right now. "His current attitude really irks me! So what if he is different from the others just because of his eyes? He didn't know that he has a pair of beautiful eyes! I really envy him because of it, you know? His eyes are so beautiful to look at! He looks like a cool character in a game! Also, Keith is the smartest kid in our class! He can easily do every math problem that our teacher gave to us. He is a natural genius! With his abilities, I'm pretty sure that Keith will succeed in the future!" Knowing that Keith possessed the male lead halo of the novel, of course, he has a lot of good qualities and talents. With handsome looks, good abilities, and natural talents, Mr. Protagonist is destined to be a successful man when he grows up. "You are that confident with him?" "Of course! As my chosen Mr. Protagonist, I am pretty sure that he can do that! A protagonist like him can surely succeed and solve every problem and obstacle he will be facing with ease in the future!" Dr. Calvin looked at Rhianne who was currently smiling while sharing these thoughts with him. He can already guessed what other thoughts are playing inside her head. To be honest, he didn't expect it to be like this. Calvin originally thought that the two children are just having a childish fight and Rhianne was not willing to talked with Tristan until she was satisfied. But who would have thought that Rhianne was acting like this in order 'to help' his stubborn brother in overcoming his problems? Rhianne's way of teaching Tristan is a bit childish and a bit wrong, but he guesses it really fits with Tristan's current personality. Tristan values Rhianne so much because he treated her as his first friend. Now that Rhianne is ignoring him, Tristan was really anxious. Calvin caught his brother one time in his room. Tristan is looking at himself in front of a mirror. He is not wearing his contact lens so his heterochromia eyes are very visible. After that, he walks out of his room and roams around their house. Even though their maids are sometimes looking at him and Tristan was obviously conscious of their stares, he ignored it and just let them do whatever they want. After that, Calvin noticed that his brother is getting comfortable walking around their house without wearing his contact lens anymore. Even their parents noticed it and asked him why he doesn't want to wear his contact lens in their house. "My friend mentioned to me once that wearing a contact lens for a long time will harm my eyes, so I decided not to wear my contact lens when I'm at home." Tristan didn't mention a name. But they all know who is that 'friend' he was talking about. After successfully being friends with Rhianne again, Tristan's daily routine will never end until he tells them of what they did together at school or what interesting topics they talked about. That's why when Rhianne got mad at him, Tristan became gloomy and lacking in energy these days. Rhianne noticed that Dr. Calvin suddenly became quiet. When she turned her head to look at Dr. Calvin, Rhianne saw him looking at her with a smile. It was a scary smile that an adult usually shows to children. Then he even gently pats her hair again. The more Calvin looks at Rhianne, the more he wants her to 'dote' on her. At first, he really thought that she will become a spoiled brat because her family loves her so much. But after meeting her again, Calvin didn't expect that Rhianne will become this 'sensible and loving child' in his eyes. A pity that he does not have a younger sister. "Ah, what should I do? Now I want you to be my younger sister. Do you think Auntie Carmie will be okay if I will exchange you with my stubborn brother? I think Francis will love to have Tristan as his younger sibling." "Do it and I'm pretty sure mom will probably find a new doctor for me as soon as possible." Rhianne said with a blank expression. "Sigh. What a pity. Of course, Auntie Carmie will never let me do it. She loves you so much." Sighing for his loss go have another entertainment, Calvin stands up and tells Rhianne that he will drive her back to the Cartel mansion. After bringing Rhianne back to their house, Calvin didn't forget to remind Rhianne to make up with his brother before leaving. As she stares at Dr. Calvin's car, Rhianne can't help but think. 'Am I really being too harsh with Mr. Protagonist?' Thinking about the past days when she didn't acknowledge his presence, Rhianne also thinks that she is really being harsh on him. Sighs. Dealing with kids is not really her forte. 'Fine. Tomorrow, I'll start talking with Mr. Protagonist again. Instead of giving him a cold treatment, I will just give him a simple explanation of why he should start building his self-confidence.'