She knew that this was something that she couldn't get involved with, but her heart ached. Unfortunately, when it comes to matters of the heart, only the people involved know best.
"He should run around like a dog and earn her trust."
"But what if he does so and then leave her again?"
"He dares?" Madam Fischer bellowed angrily, startling the person who had just asked.
Hayes shrugged as if he wasn't concerned with his mother's outburst and said, "Men are unpredictable. You should know. Anyway, I guess that we will see where it goes."
He was a man and understood men at least better than women. He had befriended Orson, and they could be considered close, but not to the extent of sharing everything.
He could see that Orson had feelings for Calista, and they were genuine. But what about his responsibilities and duties?
Won't he ditch her again for those responsibilities again?