Read part one for back story.

It was during the holiday weekend and the kiddo has no lessons. Since we had all the time in the world, we decided to venture into a pet cafe.

She was sitting in a corner and disappeared right after we entered. I think I saw her but not quite sure so I asked her colleague who greeted us.

Then I held my son’s hand and said very loudly, “Let’s say hi to auntie. She visited our place when you were young.”

She came out with smiles all over and told me she’s working at the cafe part time. Volunteering the information even though I did not ask.

I hoped it was her cafe and I will try to be genuinely happy for her after we parted ways.

Then, she messaged me after that thanking me for not sharing with others she is working at the cafe.

The messages got more frequent which I tried not to respond immediately. Same thing, topics always revolved around other people.

Just a few days back, she asked me out for coffee or if she can visit me at my place.

Red flags. Alarm bells. I was screaming NOOOOOOOO in my head.

Deja Vu. This was exactly what happened before I registered the company with her last year.

A sudden surge of friendliness and then outburst. I don’t have the need for another insurance policy or capacity to deal with emotions at this stage in my life besides my son’s.

“I wanted to ask about property,” she said.

“IC,” I replied and left it as it is.

I wanted to add, “Hope you get the answers to your questions,” but I did not because it will give an opportunity to continue follow up conversations.

All the messages were sent via messenger. I guess she is still offended by my so call business number on WhatsApp…