Son-In-Law Gets an Upgrade

“Whether you like it or not, you’re getting married this time. I know what you’re thinking about. You’re just waiting for Alex to marry you, aren’t you? But there’s no hope for that anymore. Alex is going to marry Kate.”

With that, Carmen yanked Heather from the bed and started pulling her out of the room.

Never Marry Him

“Mom, what are you doing? I’ve told you, I won’t marry him. There’s no way I’m marrying a man old enough to be my father just for money.”

Heather struggled with all her might but to no avail. These days, Carmen had been doing a lot of physical work, be it household chores or outside work to earn money. Thus, her strength was much greater than that of Heather.

Ignoring Heather’s struggle, Carmen continued to drag her out of the room. She was genuinely terrified of enduring a life of poverty and couldn’t bear it for even a single day. The only person with the potential to change this situation was Heather.

“Mom, if you keep forcing me like this, I might as well die!” Heather said defiantly.

Upon hearing her daughter’s words, Carmen gradually calmed down. She released Heather’s hand with an apologetic expression on her face.

“I’m sorry, Heather, I was too harsh just now. Please don’t be mad at me. I’m at my wit’s end. I’m worn out from working and doing housework every day. I can’t go on like this anymore. can only place my hopes on you.”

As Carmen spoke, she suddenly covered her face and began to cry. Her sobs were heart- wrenching, as if she had suffered the greatest injustice in the world.

heartbrokenly, Heather was somewhat moved. She reached out and held

Carmen’s hand, she noticed the numerous calluses that had developed even though Carmen usually took good care of herself.

could be quite selfish at times, she was still Heather’s mother. Heather couldn’t help

her hand to gently wipe away the tears on Carmen’s face, she offered comfort, saying, “Please don’t cry.

heard that, her tears instantly ceased as delight crossed her face. She looked at Heather with a smile and asked, “Do you really agree to go on a date with Mr.

out a helpless sigh and repeated, “I’ve agreed to meet with Mr. Watson. I’ll do as told. Stop crying.”

you’re so understanding. You truly

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Carmen fi a tremendous sense of relief, knowing that her naive daughter had finally realized the

and applied some makeup. After styling her hair,

It was quite unusual to see a Porsche in such a remote

Heather. He pushed open the car door and stepped out As he got closer and took a good look at Heather, his

is this enchanting figure before me? She’s like a fairy, so exquisite and ethereal, seemingly untouched by the ordinary world. It’s as if she

You’re even more beautiful

at by this older man in front

greedy eyes, Heather could tell what lecherous thoughts were running through Dexter’s mind.

she didn’t like it, she had to go