I was pissed off.They were indeed a family. They were so shameless to say the same thing.Did he mean I wasn't a good girl if I didn't forgive Aunt Mel? Did they intend to accuse me of being unforgiving this time?I even pondered why I hadn't realized this family was so narrow-minded."Uncle Austin, why didn't you persuade Aunt Mel when she scolded us that day? If you did so, she might not curse at us. I won't forgive you both. I don't understand why you treated your sons so differently. How could you trade Colin's life for Felix?"What happened to Felix was his fault. It has nothing to do with Colin or me. Why did you blame us? Don't you think it's unjust for us to bear Felix's sins?"Uncle Austin didn't expect me to speak so harshly. He wanted to refute but couldn't think of a reason. He ended up flushing....Everyone felt relieved when Felix awoke.Colin sent me back that day and brought me home. He was astounded to see how disorganized my house was. There were organizer
Another apology.If I could forget everything after accepting his apology, moralities and laws would be meaningless.His belated apology was pointless.I wanted to ignore him. However, after thinking about it, it seemed unfair that only Colin and I were uncomfortable. I should make him feel the same. So I responded, "You should apologize to Colin."I wouldn't forgive them lightly.Maybe Colin would keep his grievances in his heart and choose to forgive them because they were his blood relatives, but I didn't want to see him suffer....Felix was discharged from the hospital before the New Year.In Southsville, New Year was significant. Some families who couldn't gather during the New Year would choose to get together before then.My parents had decided to celebrate the New Year in our new house as a celebration of moving.As we still had a few things to move, Mom and I came over to pick up the last batch of stuff the morning before the New Year while Dad was cooking at home.
"Remember to miss me when you get there."Colin, don't say this in front of my mom. I grumbled inwardly. He wasn't my official boyfriend yet, but he said it so calmly and confidently."Hmm," I replied."Video call me every day.""Hmm.""No contact with other boys, especially that rigid one.""Hmm."...I felt embarrassed by his endless reminders, but he refused to stop talking.I looked at Mom in the rearview mirror. She had pretended not to hear anything. However, her raised lips indicated that she was blatantly eavesdropping happily.I felt lucky to have such liberal parents.Despite Aunt Mel's outrageous actions, Mom didn't vent her displeasure at Colin or limit my interactions with him. It might not be possible for other parents.To a considerable part, my parents' generosity and open-mindedness highlighted Uncle Austin's and Aunt Mel's selfishness and narrow-mindedness.I called Dad in advance. When we arrived downstairs, he was waiting at the entrance to help us move
His phone rang many times, nonstop. The caller was quite persistent.Nobody spoke, but everyone knew who the call was from.Dad set down the wine glass he had just filled and snorted in dissatisfaction.Mom sighed, set down her fork, and said helplessly, "You'd better head home, Colin."Colin sat still, tightly holding my hand under the table.I told him, "Just go back, Colin. The semester will start soon. We can be together every day then.""That's right. It's the New Year. You shouldn't make your family unhappy. Don't cause trouble for Lulu anymore." Mom patted his shoulder.Her final sentence had an effect. Colin set down his fork, reluctantly put on his coat, and left.I sent him to the car. He leaned against the car door and hugged me. Regardless of whether anyone would notice, he kissed my forehead gently.His breath was hot despite the cold outside."Lulu, I wish I could swallow you. Then I can bring you everywhere."The temperature in Southsville was very low in wint
"Can we talk?" Felix approached me, blocking the sunlight."I don't think we have anything to talk about. Get out of my way."He didn't seem to understand or care about my rejection. Instead, he grinned pleasantly. "You've become wary."In my impression, he had always been aloof and rarely smiled. Even if he did, he would only slightly raise his lips. Others wouldn't notice it was a smile if they didn't look closely.What happened to him? Why was he smiling so broadly?I was so irritated that I wanted to hit Felix to get him out of my sight. Of course, that was presuming I could fight him."Please go straight to the point. I don't have time to speak with you."I wasn't sure which word delighted him, but he smiled and wanted to pat my head, which I avoided."Are your hands clean? Don't touch me."I expressed my disgust, but he didn't care. He withdrew his hand, bowed slightly, and said sincerely, "I won't delay you for long. I'd like to speak plainly with you."Jade suddenly t
Who gave him his courage? What made him so shameless?Did he say he wanted to be with me forever? Who did he think he was?What did he take me for? A love substitute? Or someone who would always please him without dignity?I had repeatedly stated that I liked Colin. I didn't want a relationship with Felix and would never be with him.However, he came over and claimed he liked me despite knowing I was in a relationship with Colin. He was brazenly attempting to grab his brother's girlfriend.It wasn't only about feeling shameful but also about character.I realized Felix and Aunt Mel were overly self-righteous and had lousy personalities."I know you are angry with me. It doesn't matter as I deserve it. Overall, I plan to compete fairly with Colin. You can retaliate against me. I fully accept it. But you must be ready to accept my pursuit."I'm leaving for now. From today on, I'll pursue you seriously. I won't quit."His words didn't sound like he was after me, but rather, it se
I admitted that I was a bit rude. However, I was facing a far worse person. That was why I dealt with her in the way she did.We weren't far apart from Lilac, just a road between us. With my good eyesight, I could see her expression well.When she saw my gesture, her expression turned terrible. She bit her lips and stood still, staring at me.She was waiting for me to take the initiative, but I didn't want to stay. I wanted to go shopping.Thus, I ignored her and walked away. Jade and Zara, at my left and right, were like two knights who followed me closely. I was like a princess whom they desperately protected.I couldn't help but giggle as I imagined that.They didn't know why I was giggling and kept asking me. I ran away instead of answering them. They chased after me while shouting with excitement.When we had stopped fooling around, Lilac caught up to us. She dashed over and came to a halt, clutching her knees and gasping for air."Yo, what a long tongue! Zara, I think thi
"No thanks. Just pay yours. Even if you treat us with fine wine, we won't dare to drink it. It would be horrible if we become infected with your hypocrisy and shamelessness."Zara's harsh words were like arrows, striking Lilac mercilessly. I felt so amused that I nearly fell off my chair."Let's talk briefly. My time is limited. Although I dislike Felix, he has been my neighbor for over 20 years. I'm not comfortable staying with the woman who betrayed him."I looked at my watch and urged her impatiently.Lilac lowered her head and sipped her milkshake. She concentrated on her drink as if she hadn't had a milkshake in hundreds of years.When my patience was running out, she spoke just in time—I would have left if she hadn't done it.Tears streamed down her cheeks before she spoke. However, it wasn't the same as before. She would attempt not to shed tears to win a man's affection.Her tears now seemed to be genuine."Crying is useless. I'm busy. I'll leave if you don't speak." I