Camille looked at Shirley and then at Keith in the distance, seeming a bit hesitant, but ultimately didn't say anything.The banquet was ruined for Shirley and Tina, both tasted nothing but bitterness.Back at the banquet, Shirley exchanged a glance with Tina, and both saw a sense of desolation in each other's eyes.The man they both loved, bewitched by the same woman...When Keith returned to his seat, he keenly noticed Shirley's off mood."Shirley, what's wrong?" Keith reached out and held Shirley's hand.Shirley couldn't help but think about when Lillian hugged Keith earlier, and Keith had touched Lillian's head.It grossed her out.Shirley clenched her fingers and forcefully pulled her hand away from Keith's palm.Keith's eyes narrowed for a moment.If he still didn't realize that Shirley was upset, then he must be a fool.But didn't she just go to the bathroom?What's wrong with her?Did she just see him holding Lillian earlier?But it was Lillian who hugged him first, not him hu
No one expected Mrs. Nelson, who had been recuperating in France for years, to suddenly return to the country.Even more unexpected was that Mrs. Nelson did not fly directly to the old mansion in City T, but directly landed in City F.Keith already had a vague sense of unease in his heart.He always felt that his mother's return this time was for Shirley.He had finally had a good relationship with Shirley. If his mother intervened in his relationship with Shirley as soon as she returned, then Shirley...The doctor had informed Keith before that pregnant women often tend to overthink, especially prone to anxiety.This symptom is called prenatal anxiety disorder.Although Shirley spoke very little, she was a strong person.If she got caught between her mother and Lillian, it might not be good for her.Keith didn't want Shirley to go out with Tina originally, but now he felt that Shirley temporarily avoiding his mother might be a good choice.After successfully resolving the project iss
Suddenly, Shirley opened her eyes and stared coldly at Mrs. Nelson. "Mrs. Nelson, I'm very sorry, I don't want your money."Shirley suddenly changed her tone, no longer calling her "mom" but addressing her as Mrs. Nelson, which caught the other off guard."I understand your point. I won't stay in the Nelson family, you can rest assured. Although I am a child of unknown origin, although I am a commoner, I still deserve some dignity." Shirley's eyes suddenly erupted with determination, leaving Mrs. Nelson stunned."I know you don't like me, and I know you prefer Lillian. But, when it comes to divorce, let Keith bring it up with me personally! After all, marriage is between the two of us, but divorce is a family matter! Even though I am a commoner without the wealth or status to rival the Nelson family, I am, after all, a daughter of the Moore family. The daughter of the Moore family is not so despicable. Even if I leave, I will leave with dignity! Mrs. Nelson, Since YOU can control Keit
Before Shirley could step out of the room, she heard Mrs. Nelson's voice from outside, "Lillian, take this late-night snack to Keith in the study, he wants to eat tonight! Oh, and some fruit too, peel it and take it over to him."Lillian's cheerful voice immediately responded, "Okay, Mrs. Nelson, I'll take it over right away!"Shortly after, Shirley heard Lillian knocking on the door of the neighboring study.Shirley sighed bitterly.On the first day, Mrs. Nelson was so eager to push Lillian around Keith, and so blatantly at that.In Mrs. Nelson's eyes, she, the so-called daughter-in-law, was just a decoration, no, even worse than a decoration.It seemed Mrs. Nelson really couldn't wait to get her out of there.Shirley dragged her suitcases towards the exit, and Tina had already finished packing.Tina had a car, so there was no worry about not being able to leave.But...As Shirley just stepped out of the door, feeling a bit inconvenient due to her pregnancy, she turned around and acc
The next day, Tina drove Shirley back to the Moore family.As soon as they entered, Mr. and Mrs. Moore pulled Shirley into a room, bombarding her with questions.After hearing Shirley's story, Mr. Moore was so angry he wanted to confront the Nelson family!How dare their daughter from the Moore family endure such humiliation?Mrs. Moore, on the other hand, was heartbroken and tearfully said, "My daughter, you have suffered! Don't worry, we'll support you no matter what! Even if we have to divorce, we can afford to take care of you and your child!"Shirley nodded with a smile but remained silent.She gently said, "Mom and Dad, I came to discuss something with you. I have some things to take care of back in my hometown. Tomorrow, Tina and I will pack up and fly over. If there's anything here, just call me directly.""Do you have something urgent to attend to over there?" Mrs. Moore didn't want Shirley to leave.Shirley had only been in City F for a short time, but Mrs. Moore had already
As soon as Grandma Wright heard Shirley's voice, she spun around, looking left and right, noticing Shirley's wife hadn't followed Shirley back. Assuming Shirley had been rejected by her in-laws, she straightened up, pointing at Shirley's nose, "It's because of your mom's promiscuity that we have someone like you, a little hussy! The Wright family has supported you for so many years, and now you're not even grateful? You and your mom are both no good! Your mom barely divorced your dad, and she's already fooling around with a toy boy! Disgraceful!"Shirley couldn't help but laugh in exasperation."Grandma, you said it! My mom started dating after the divorce, but Dad had already impregnated another woman before the divorce was even finalized. He rushed to marry that woman just three days after the divorce! If anyone's disgraceful, it's not us!" Shirley retorted firmly.Grandma Wright never imagined the timid, obedient Shirley would openly defy her. The more she looked at Shirley, the an
Anna shot up from her chair, turning to leave. "I don't know what you're talking about!""Mom..." Shirley sighed softly. "Are you forcing me to do a DNA test with the Moore family? You should know, that nowadays it's easy to verify relationships! I haven't done it because I wanted to respect you! Regardless, you're my mother, the one who raised me, and I deserve an explanation."Anna stood frozen in place, as if struck by lightning.After a long while, Anna sighed heavily. "Since you want to know so badly... Shirley, whatever I say today, promise me you won't hold it against anyone. Okay?"Shirley's eyes flickered. Could there be even more unspeakable secrets hidden in all this?"Okay," Shirley replied calmly. "I've already experienced the worst outcome. What could be worse than that?"Anna sat back down, carefully choosing her words before speaking softly. "Yes, you are indeed... a descendant of the Moore family."Shirley's fingers trembled slightly.Even though she had suspected it,
Anna saw Shirley's expression change drastically, and she quickly reached out and grabbed Shirley's hand, saying urgently, "Shirley, you promised me! No matter what you hear, don't get upset! You're still carrying a baby!"Shirley instantly snapped back to reality, touching her stomach. "I understand. I'm fine."No wonder Anna wouldn't tell the truth no matter how much she asked.Because the truth was just too hurtful...She had been abandoned even before she was born...Heh, was this her fate?Abandoned by her own grandmother before she was even born.Thrown into a harsh environment at birth, nearly dying here several times.After growing up, abandoned by her first love, abandoned by her childhood best friend...Now, her husband was about to leave her too...Was she just destined to be abandoned?Shirley, despite casting her eyes down, had tears welling up.Tina silently sat beside her, gripping Shirley's hand, and said, "You're not abandoned by everyone! Look, I'm right here with yo