113. Keep the promise.

"I want to go back to work."

"Work?" Pamela was surprised to hear her husband's wish. "Why go back to work? Don't we have enough to live for?"

"Yes. I know." The man grunted as he leaned back on the sofa—they were sitting by the dying fireplace. "Your son-in-law did guarantee our lives, even paid all the debts, but don't you think if one-day Oriaga announces his marriage to everyone, they will ask, 'Who is that man married to? What is her family background?' do you know what I mean, Pamela?"

The wife paused, then snorted as she understood the meaning of Mateo's words. "It seems like this could cause a bit of trouble."

"Right, aside from the judgment of others, I also want to protect my daughter from anyone's evil words. Although I'm sure Oriaga is taking good care of her, there's still a bit of guilt when I remember why Amanda had to get married."

Mateo thought back to the past. If it weren't for the massive debt, he probably wouldn't have accepted Pamela's decision for Amanda to marr