Simeon was momentarily taken aback by Pamela’s pointed question. He paused, looking out toward the dusty horizon of the soccer field. Is Josias the right boyfriend for Melissa? “You see, Pamela, they both seem happy. Josias hasn’t made my daughter suffer. If anything, she’s glowing. I think the answer is yes,” Simeon responded with a warm, fatherly smile. Pamela had to steel herself. There was something about Simeon’s unforced, masculine charm that was unexpectedly seductive, even if he didn’t mean it to be. She quickly regained her composure. “I’m not talking about ‘happiness,’ Seu Simeon. I’m talking about necessity. About what’s best for her in the long run.” Simeon raised an eyebrow, finding the intensity of the conversation almost amusing. “Oh, Pamela, I think you’re overthinking

