Aubree was rendered speechless.
Instead of ending the conversation, she shifted it in another direction. "How's your work recently? You offered so many benefits at your wedding. There should be a huge loss, right? You sent out cash for lucky money and announced the discount for the malls."
Ivan could tell that Aubree had seen the news.
"All pockets money, Mom," Ivan answered carelessly, "As long as I'm happy, it's worth it."
Aubree could tell he loved Jennifer indeed.
She had to admit that Jennifer was brilliant to ask her to stay overnight, wondering if Jennifer wanted to help her reconcile with Ivan.
However, Aubree couldn't be pleased immediately. Although she was, she wouldn't announce it.
She had a long conversation with her son this evening.
They both skipped talking about Catherine or Jennifer.
Hence, the atmosphere was peaceful. They got closer as Aubree wished.
When it was ten o'clock, Ivan reminded her, "Mom, it's getting late. You should go to bed. Have a sweet dream."
Aubree confirmed that Ivan allowed her to stay.
His words sent warmth to her chest as he finally verbally agreed.
"Ehn. All right." Standing up with a smile, Aubree added, "You, too. You need to go to work tomorrow."
"OK, Mom."
Ivan followed her to stand up and left the living room with her.
After walking Aubree to the guestroom, Ivan went to the study.
Jennifer was reading the dialogue aloud at the desk. Her voice had changed, which attracted Ivan's attention. "You must have a gift in dubbing." This was his first time listening to her, feeling amazed.
Jennifer raised her head and closed the playscript. "Done talking to her?"
"Ehn." Ivan leaned against the desk. "Mom has gone to bed. Shall we go to bed now?"
They smile at each other.
The night was deep.
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