After the conversation with Bast, Takeshi called Kai into his room.
Kai sat beside him, looking confused. "Dad?"
Takeshi placed a hand on Kai's shoulder. "Kai, are you happy to meet Sebastian Vaughn again?"
Kai nodded.
Takeshi looked at him seriously. "I know you're very happy… and now, you can spend more time with Sebastian Vaughn."
Kai looked at him, hesitant. "Dad, but… you—"
Takeshi interrupted with a sigh. "I don't like him. But he gives you a better life… and protection. So I can't refuse him."
Kai smiled warmly. "Thanks, Dad."
Takeshi patted Kai's back. "For your happiness, I can do everything."
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Meanwhile, Bast sat in Kai's room, flipping through an old wedding album of Jennifer and Takeshi. As he turned the page, his eyes landed on a baby photo.
It was Kai.
Bast smiled. "He looked so cute… those eyes."
Just then, the door opened. Kai stepped in, his expression relaxed and happy. Bast looked up at him.
Kai smiled. "What are you doing?"
