Despite the phone connecting, her voice sounded muffled due to the stormy weather.

Mom, Umm The rain is heavy. I cant come back now. Yes, Im at Mr.

Wastons house.

After a moment of silence, Lettie spoke slowly. Jessie, think it through. If you truly dont mind his previous marriage and that child, ll respect your decision. But if you have any doubts, its better to end it now. Even though our family isnt as affluent as before, we dont need to chase social status. The important thing is, do you still love him? As Lettie finished speaking, a long silence followed on both ends of the call.

Jessie could have come up with tons of excuses. She could blame the heavy rain or the clingy child. But she couldnt bring herself to do it now because her mother knew her too well.

Jessie felt troubled.

After a moment of silence, she whispered softly, Mom, I understand.

the call, Lettie felt a pang of sadness. Despite accepting reality long ago, seeing her daughter with Albert still

the right time, her own child would have grown up

put her

on the bed, had fallen asleep while hugging a pillow. Her peaceful expression seemed like

innocent as a

the peacefully sleeping face. It was truly beautiful. Jeslyns features bore a resemblance to those of the late Daisy, but overall, Jeslyn exuded

couldnt resist gently

quickly pulled her hand

tucked her in to ensure her comfort.

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