Chapter 1700

Amanda chuckled, “You got it. Mom and Dad, you guys better step up your game. Whether I’m the bully or the bullied depends on you.”

Tracey playfully tapped her daughter’s forehead, “We didn’t raise you to be a bully, nor to be bullied.”

Amanda replied with a grin, “Mom, I’m just joking. Don’t take it seriously. Dad, hurry up with that, I’ve finished mine.”

Dominic reassured her, “Almost done, sweetie. Eat slowly, don’t make yourself sick.”

Skyler watched the family of three with eyes that began to well up with envy. This was the scene she had longed for all her life.

She didn’t desire wealth, she had no interest in inheriting a family business, nor did she want to be part of any prestigious marriage. All she yearned for was a happy, healthy family where her parents showered her with love and affection, and where her sister could grow up strong and well. Yet, this picture of familial warmth, so common in other households, seemed like a luxury

to her.

enduring the same hardships she had faced, and the thought alone turned Skyler’s face pale.e2 It

and forced a smile, “I’m fine.”

not convinced, checked her forehead, “You’re burning up. How can

his bag. “Here, let’s check your temperature.”

motioned to Skyler, “Come sit over here, honey. Let me take your

alone, felt a bit overwhelmed, “I’m

under Skyler’s arm, “Hold

mumbled a thank you, feeling like

brushed it off, “It’s no trouble at all.”

the kitchen to prepare some chicken soup. It’s better for

tears swirling in her eyes,

you

savoring the warmth of the moment, instinctively nuzzled into Tracey’s hand, “Mom…”

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