Suzie looked at Moe, confused. "I don't want you to regret being with me years down the line. If you're only with me now because of the past..." Moe began to explain, his voice filled with concern.Suzie silenced him with a playful flick on his forehead.Moe instinctively covered his forehead, a bit taken aback."I like you for both who you were in the past and who you are now. Unless you change drastically after marriage, I won't regret it," Suzie stated sincerely.What mattered to her, from beginning to end, was Moe as a person. As long as he continued to treat her well, she would not have any regrets.Moe's fingertips twitched, appearing to be in a dilemma. "But...""Did someone say something to you?" Suzie wondered aloud, her mind racing to figure out what might have happened while she was in the shower to trigger this change in him.Moe hesitated but decided not to hide anything. "My dad isn't a very good person."Eddie had a domineering personality, was a heavy drinker,
"If you're really unsure, just flip a coin. When the coin is in the air, you'll know what your true feelings are," Suzie suggested.Moe glanced at her, and there was a hint of emotion in his otherwise cold gaze. Like many people, he wanted to share his happiness with his mother. However, he was unsure if it was worth it."If you're still unsure, then I will decide. Let's go." Suzie made the decision for him confidently and effortlessly.If Moe truly did not want to go, he would not be conflicted. Since he was, it meant he had an inner desire to go. "I don't really know her," Moe admitted. He had no idea what to expect and what might happen during the dinner."That's not important. Setting aside all those complicated thoughts, you actually want to go. It's just a dinner, not a life-changing event." Suzie understood him well and showed genuine concern. "Really?" Moe was still uncertain."Yes," Suzie affirmed.With this decision made, Moe did not immediately respond to Meredith.
"Your dad really doesn't act like a father. From now on, my dad will be your dad, and my mom will be your mom. The three of us will love you together," Suzie remarked, as this was her first encounter with a demanding and neglectful parent.Moe smiled faintly, and he reached over to ruffle her hair affectionately.Concerned about the phone call, Suzie asked, "What did he mean by 'expose'? What's that all about?""Uncle Walters's daughter is apparently a popular internet celebrity with hundreds of thousands of followers. I guess he wants her to go online and say bad things about me and how I treat my dad," Moe explained based on Eddie's previous mentions."Shouldn't you talk to that girl first?" Suzie was rather baffled."No need. Talking to her wouldn't change anything. Most of her past videos were just for gaining popularity," Moe replied. Curious, Suzie asked, "How do you know that?"After all, Moe was not one to scroll his phone and watch short videos all day. Moe looked a
Before they came, Moe had told Suzie that if Meredith asked these questions, she should give a simple answer. He did not want Meredith to know too much about their relationship as he was worried that she might meddle like Eddie or say something else."I see. That's good," Meredith replied, having a rather mild and plain demeanor."We'll leave after the meal is over. Is there anything else you'd like to talk about?" Moe said.Over the years, they mostly communicated through chats and phone calls due to living in different cities and rarely met in person. Hence, Moe really felt uncomfortable."Moe, could you stay a day or two longer and talk to me about your life over these years?" Meredith asked after much consideration.Moe hesitated, and Suzie was taken aback. Both noticed Meredith addressing Moe directly and understood that she did not particularly like Suzie."We have some things to attend to back home, so we won't stay longer," Moe declined. He continued, "As for my past, the
Suzie found it hard to describe her feelings. She was delighted that the person she liked was protecting her so fiercely. However, she genuinely did not care about how Meredith perceived her or what she wanted to talk to Moe about. After all, Suzie knew that no matter what was said, Moe would unhesitatingly stand by her side."My dad probably wants to discuss Caroline coming to our company for an internship. Stay here and wait obediently, no following," Suzie explained to Moe, urging him to sit down. After saying that, she took her phone and walked out.Moe wanted to follow, but Meredith stopped him. "Moe."Moe stopped in his tracks."Are you not even willing to talk to me alone?" Meredith appeared downcast.Moe looked at her and asked, "What do you want to talk about?"Meredith noticed this and asked, "Suzie mentioned something about a company just now. Is her family running a company?"Moe remained cool and distant. "Yes.""Do you love her a lot?" Meredith asked again."Wh
"Moe…" Meredith stood up and blocked his way, somewhat emotional. Moe asked coldly, "Is there anything else?""I'm your mom; I wouldn't harm you. Suzie's family runs a company, and she's from a wealthy background. If you're with her, you'll be under their thumb in every aspect." Meredith's words carried a heavy weight."Do you know her family?" Moe countered with a simple question."I don't know them personally, but she appears to be a pampered girl. If you're with her, you won't be happy," Meredith continued, adding, "If you really want to get married, I can introduce you to someone."With that simple statement, Moe finally understood the purpose of this dinner."Benedict has a niece. She's pretty and skilled in housework. She can cook, has a good temperament, and can endure hardship..." Meredith spoke earnestly. "That's enough!" Moe's patience had run out.Meredith trembled as if she had not expected Moe to react so harshly, and her eyes reddened. "Moe...""Do you actual
Moe knew that if there was any love in Meredith's heart for him, she would not hesitate. Other mothers who loved their children would either outright refuse, saying that you could not buy a mother-child relationship with money, or jokingly accept it and ask for the buyer to be presented immediately. Either way, they would not take time to consider it."You're willing to do so," Moe's heart ached as he spoke, his voice cold."Could we negotiate? How about 200,000 dollars? I still want to contact you on special occasions, and I really want to make up for the lack of care in the past," Meredith spoke up, still unable to let go of the money.Moe clenched his fists, trying to calm himself down. Meredith continued, "I still feel guilty about what happened all those years ago.""If you truly felt guilty, you wouldn't have asked that question just now," Moe said, exposing her selfishness and hypocrisy.Meredith was struggling with her pride. "Moe...""I'll transfer the money to your
Moe had already left with Suzie by now. Looking at his composed face hiding unhappiness, Suzie reached out and said, "Give me a hug."Moe was surprised, but Suzie had already hugged him. His chilly heart gradually warmed, and his emotions found some solace. He felt that fate had been kind to him. Despite not having parents who loved him, he had been blessed with a great boss and a loving partner."I'll always love you. I'll give you all my love," Suzie whispered, sensing his unease."Why did you mention borrowing money just now?" Suzie asked with a hint of curiosity. She knew that Moe's quarterly bonuses were far more than 400,000 dollars. "I didn't tell her how high my current income is. I just wanted to see which one she would choose between 400,000 dollars and me," Moe explained, sounding troubled. Moe had considered all possible responses from Meredith: hesitation, agreement, or even rejection, which would have surprised him. After all, Meredith abandoned him when he was ab