Kyler Jenner, the older twin brother of Kylie, has been noted as a model, a music producer, and a business man, helping his family navigate through the ups and downs. Throughout his career, he's been able to help the Kar-Jenner family with their com...
After the relentless teasing, I decided I needed a break from the girls. They'd had their fun, and I was over being the center of attention for now. As I made my way toward Kyler, who was lounging on a cushioned chair near the edge of the deck, I noticed the way his usually confident expression seemed a bit distant. He had his phone in one hand, scrolling aimlessly, but his mind was clearly elsewhere.
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STASS: "Hey." I said softly, sitting down on the chair beside him. "How's it going over here? Did Kris and Corey give you the third degree?"
KYLER: Kyler glanced up at me and smiled faintly, but it wasn't the happy smile I was used to seeing. "Oh, you know mom. She means well, but yeah, she wanted to make sure I'm 'being smart.'"
STASS: I laughed lightly, nudging his knee with mine. "Classic mom Kris. Corey didn't make it any easier, did he?"
KYLER: Kyler shook his head, a small chuckle escaping him. "Nope. He was having way too much fun with it. Called out the scratches and marks on me."
STASS: I winced. "Sorry about that. I didn't think they'd be that obvious."
KYLER: "It's fine." He said, but his tone carried a hint of something heavier.
STASS: I tilted my head, studying him. "Okay, what's really going on? You've become quiet now."
KYLER: Kyler hesitated for a second, but he didn't hesitate once he made up his mind, setting down his phone. "It's nothing bad. Just, mom brought up something I didn't totally think about until now. Just...it's the big Jenner twins's birthday trip, right? And it's been amazing. But she mentioned that Caitlyn hasn't said anything. Not even a text."
STASS: My heart sank at his words. I knew how much he tried to keep the relationship between him and Caitlyn going, how much he cared about his family, even when things were complicated. "Oh, big Ky..."
KYLER: He shrugged, trying to play it off, but I could see right through it. "It's not like I was expecting anything huge. Just, you know, an acknowledgment. It's weird because he's- sorry, she's usually good about that stuff, even if it is a small thing, even if we don't talk as much these days."
STASS: I reached over, placing my hand on his. "That's still gotta hurt. I'm sorry, babe."
KYLER: He looked down at our hands, his thumb brushing over mine. "It's fine. I mean, I've got all of you here, plus some at home. Mom has been amazing, as always. Corey's annoying, but I know he means well. And..." He looked at me, his gaze softening. "You've made this trip unforgettable."
STASS: I smiled, squeezing his hand. "I'm glad. But still, it's okay to feel sad about it. She's your parent, Kyler. It's normal to want that connection to stick."
