Keilani turned around and called out, "Uncle."

"Tyrone, there you are. Please, have a seat." Royce offered a warm smile and said to Keilani, "Keilani, I need to talk with Tyrone in private. You go upstairs for now."

Keilani bit her lip and nodded in acquiescence. Her presence in the Nelson family's residence after more than a decade seemed to be both welcomed and distant. It was not a place where she could do as she pleased.

As Keilani made her way upstairs, Royce settled into a chair opposite Tyrone. “Keilani can be a bit spoiled sometimes. I hope you can forgive her if she offends you."

Tyrone returned the smile. "Not long ago, I found myself in a difficult situation, and you played a crucial role in resolving it.