"Sweetheart, no matter how old you are, or how many kids you have, you're always our princess." My mom tenderly stroked my forehead. "My daughter is so beautiful and kind, so quiet and wise. Jaylan must have been a fool. Next time, marry a man who truly cherishes you, and who loves you deeply. You deserve that."
Strangely enough, as she spoke, Ronan's face appeared in my mind, along with his impressive stature and his mature, dignified demeanor. But I still held back, saying to my mom, "Mom! I'm a mother of three now, and why would I marry another man? I don't have the courage for that anymore. I'll raise them on my own, and after I've made a name for myself, I'll spend the rest of my life with you and Dad."
My mom quickly retorted, "As long as you're thinking of us, that's all that matters. Don't be so pessimistic. You're still young. You can't waste time all on this kind of life. We can take care of the kids together. But you should also have a life of your own. Youth is precious, and you just haven't met the right person yet, but you will."
I laughed lightly, "OK, Mom!"
"My only wish is for you to find the right man, and maybe have a couple more kids." My mom said.
I couldn't help but laugh, "Mom, you really don't know how hard it is. More kids? I regret having so many already, like I'm a baby-making machine."
"We are rich, and we need heirs." My mom said boldly. "The one who loves you would want to have his children too. You shouldn't be too selfish."
"Someone who loves me? Let's cross that bridge when we get there." I deliberately dodged the question.
"That's fine, and this time, he really needs to sweep you off your feet." My mom said that because she was indulging me.
Indeed, I knew, my parents were wise, and they could see everything. But at the moment, I didn't dare to face it. The pain of this heartbreak, only I knew how destructive it was. Even though I kept saying that I didn't care anymore, what I didn't care about was Jaylan's infidelity, but I couldn't ignore the humiliation he brought me.
This would be a scar I'd carry with me for life.
After all, I had three children. Even if I could raise them well, they would always be Jaylan's kids, a fact that could never be erased.
When I left my parents' room, it was already late at night. Lying in my own bed, I tossed and turned, thankful that I had the support of my wise parents, otherwise I wouldn't have the courage I had now.
All I could think about was, when I returned to Goldenvale Town, how could I triumphantly face those who wronged me?
The next day. As expected, I received a call from the police of Goldenvale Town, requesting a meeting. Despite telling them I was currently in Silverdale City, they were uncompromising and gave me a strict deadline. They gave me only six hours to get there. It seemed I had no choice but to return.
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