Despite Sabrina's smile, he felt it was out of place.

He had anticipated her cold shoulder or indifference upon her return, maybe even a fight. What he hadn't foreseen was her beaming smile, as if nothing had changed.

As Sabrina left with her cake, she mentioned, “Tyrone, try to return home early tonight."

"Alright," responded Tyrone.

Such statements often led to overthinking.