"Happy birthday Mommy!" Zion was wearing a stark white suit while Rita wore a dress in the same colour. Then, they both walked out side by side.? There were flowers in their hands and they smiled brightly at Mango from the lavishly decorated living room.? Only then did Mango realize that today was her birthday. Next, Nathaniel walked out from another room wearing a black tuxedo with a grin on his face, "Happy birthday, babe!" Then, Mango's eyes immediately teared up. "Thank you all so much!" She never expected so many people to remember her birthday.? In the past, only her parents remembered it and they would make a bowl of longevity noodles for her in the morning. They would organise a birthday party for her if she wanted to, but she disliked the commotion as she got older.? Furthermore, she never formally celebrated her birthday after she married Nathaniel because he never actually remembered it.? Over time, even she had for
Mango and Nathaniel ran for a long time, and they finally stopped when they realised that no one was chasing after them. Then, Nathaniel couldn't help but laugh at the guilty expression on Mango's face.? Neither of them cared about how the passers-by viewed them as they laughed freely.? At that moment, Mango felt like she'd been freed from a cage. Truth be told, she'd never felt so free and reckless before.? However, it felt really good.? "Do you think Mom will think that you've led me astray?" Mango asked with a smile. However, Nathaniel draped his arm over her shoulder and said, "Well, birds of a feather flock together, so shouldn't you know what I'm like by now? You should've gotten used to it long ago!" "Ha!" Mango glared at him playfully before she asked with a smile, "Where are we going next?" "To the beach!" After that, Nathaniel and Mango hailed a cab and headed straight for the beach.? Both of them chased
"Well then, come on in!" Mango replied faintly.? This was the first time she had allowed a member of the Hans family to enter her house.? On the other hand, Queena was obviously surprised by Mango's actions.? Meanwhile, Nathaniel didn't stop Mango and instead opened the door to invite Queena inside.? Mr. and Mrs. Shen probably took the children to stay over at the Ye's Mansion, and Thomas and Rainie weren't home either. So, only three of them were present in the huge house.? "Have you eaten yet? Would you like me to make you some noodles?" Then, Mango asked softly.? "I'll do it." Nathaniel knew that Queena must have a lot to talk about with Mango, so he removed his coat and went to the kitchen.? Next, Queena muttered to Mango when she saw how kindly Nathaniel treated Mango, "It's a blessing to find such a great husband." "Yeah, he's amazing and he makes me so happy." Mango's eyes were filled with affection when she
Even though Mango was still worried, she also knew that Queena couldn't say a lot of things with her around. She didn't know why, but she felt as if there was something off with Queena today. Did the Hans Family do something to hurt Queena? Or perhaps Queena was lamenting how tough her life had been so far? Truth be told, Mango didn't know, nor did she ask.? She didn't want to ask, in fear of hearing how much Madam Hans favoured Andrea again.? In fact, Mango was still sore over this matter.? Thus, Mango left as soon as Queena bade her goodbye.? After she got into the car, she asked Nathaniel, "Don't you think that Minister Xiao is acting a little weird today?" "No, I don't. What's wrong?" Nathaniel and Queena hadn't spent too much time together, so he was surprised when Mango asked that question.? "Nothing, really. Maybe I'm too sensitive, but she doesn't seem too happy today." "Perhaps it's because she misses your fathe
On the other hand, Mango insisted on staying with Queena even after Nathaniel tried in vain to persuade her otherwise. Hence, he could only accompany Mango, but he still felt distressed.? Mango was in poor health before this incident with Queena happened, and it only added to her worries.? Honestly, he was afraid that something bad would happen to Mango.? Meanwhile, Madam Hans hadn't said anything else to Mango. The old lady had returned home after she hired a nurse to look after Andrea.? In the meantime, Terrance waited outside until he saw Nathaniel walk out of the room. After that, he muttered, "We need to talk." "There's nothing to talk about. It's up to Mango to decide what she wants to do about your mother." Nathaniel replied faintly, and it was clear that he did not want to discuss the matter.? On the other hand, Terrance knew that his mother had been very unreasonable and he sighed, "My mother is old, and I'm afraid that she's gone seni
Despite how tumultuous and restless it was outside, Queena and Mango rested peacefully under Nathaniel's watchful eye.? Mango woke up the next day as the sunshine shone through the windows.? She looked at the coat draped over her and realised that it was Nathaniel's. Then, she felt rather annoyed because she dozed off the night before.? She knew that she had insomnia, but somehow she had fallen asleep. Hence, this aroused some suspicion in her, but she didn't have time to clarify it.? After she left the room, she found Nathaniel dabbing Queena's face?gently?with a cloth.? He treated Queena dutifully as if she were his own mother, and that moved Mango deeply.? "Let me do it." Then, Mango immediately took the cloth from him.? This was not what a man should do! However, Nathaniel replied softly, "Go and wash up. I'm afraid that you wouldn't have the time to do that if someone comes to visit." Mango knew very well who he was talki
"Mom, are you awake? I'll go look for the doctor." Clearly, Mango was very excited. Then, Nathaniel said, "You stay here. I'll call the doctor instead." After that, he turned and left the ward.? Queena knew that she was still alive when she saw Mango, and it felt quite surreal to see her daughter again.? "Mango..." "Mom!" Mango immediately grabbed hold of Queena's hand and her gaze held a trace of both excitement and sadness. "How could you be so stupid? Why did you do it? It doesn't matter if Andrea dies, but how could you throw away your life?" "I'm sorry, Mango. I've wronged you. Andrea is my daughter, so it's my fault that she turned out this way and she keeps scheming to hurt you. Honestly, I can't bear to watch her hurt you, so the only thing I can do is to take her away. I think you'll only be at peace if sees your father and own up to her sins." Queena's voice was weak, but tears flowed from her eyes.? She was a
This time, Mango's sleep was peaceful as Nathaniel's scent enveloped her. It made her feel like he was always with her, and she felt safe in his arms. When she opened her eyes, she was embarrassed to find Queena looking at them. "Mom, why didn't you tell me that you were awake?" Then, Mango quickly climbed out of Nathaniel's embrace. After that, Nathaniel shook his sore arms and replied, "You slept like a log, so she didn't want to wake you. Don't worry, Nanny Huang sent over some food. Mom's already eaten, and she left some for you, so hurry up and eat." Hence, Mango felt even more embarrassed when she heard Nathaniel's words.? "Why didn't you wake me up?" "What are you so afraid of? We're all family here, so it's just harmless fun. Furthermore, you've run yourself ragged over the last few days and it's better for you to rest. Plus, I'm here, aren't I?" Mango was comforted by what he said.? Meanwhile, Queena couldn't help but feel