Algerone Swain kept his word. After he left the small Western-style house, he sent a maid to take care of the mother and daughter's daily needs. At dinner, Monica and Belinda sat across from each other, facing a table full of delicious dishes. Belinda had no appetite, but Monica had a feeling that something bad was about to happen.
This kind of silence was terrifying, like the calm before a storm, which Monica had experienced countless times since childhood. Belinda was just like that, and today was even more unusual since they were on old Swain's territory.
"Monica, who are you going out with tomorrow? Where are you going?" As expected, Belinda spoke up, her tone cold as ice, like a hammer falling on the girl's ears.
The girl's movements stopped as she looked up at her mother with her bowl in hand, "…"
The middle-aged woman sat across from her, her sharp gaze fixed on Monica. "Don't lie to me. Tell the truth."
"…" Monica blinked innocently. She hadn't even spoken yet!
Belinda had a feeling that the companion had to be Tristan. As for Monica, she decided to face her feelings honestly. There was no need to hide some things anymore. She liked Tristan, even if it meant going against the whole world.
That was the girl's personality, especially now, as the feeling of love was so strong. So, she put down her spoon, sat up straight, and answered seriously, "I'm going out with Tristan."
Their gazes met, and Belinda wasn't even shocked.
Silence...
Strangely, the girl didn't see any strong opposition in her mother's eyes. This gave Monica a momentary illusion.
Belinda stared at her, "I have only one requirement for you: no pregnancy before marriage."
At these words, Monica was startled!
Not to mention how explicit the words were, Belinda's attitude was simply unprecedented!
"Did you hear me? Don't just stare at me like a fool!" Seeing her daughter not responding, she raised her voice to emphasize.
The girl quickly came to her senses and nodded hurriedly, "Yes, yes! I understand!"
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