Kevin was not a native in A city. He went there occasionally because his college was in A city and Hearst was one of his best friends. He was born and raised in C City, where his parents lived. Heidy didn't know much about Kevin.
"I came to C City for work usually, but I didn't expect to meet your parents this time. Kevin, will they see through our tricks? If something unexpected happens, I'm afraid I can't handle it," said Heidy, worried.
After hearing her, Kevin said with a smile, "It's okay. My parents are nice people. The point is that they want me to bring a girl home. You can rest assured that they will not make any trouble for you. Besides, I'm also here."
Hearing his words, Heidy felt relieved and said with a smile, "That's good. I will try my best so that they won't find out what we are doing."
Kevin smiled at her and said, "Okay, you are beautiful. My parents will like you very much. My mother always values one's appearance. She said that if I found a beautiful wife, her grandchildren would also be as beautiful as their mother."
Heidy chuckled and said jokingly, "Your mom is funny, but she's right. See Gavin and Elsa, right?"
Kevin nodded in agreement and said, "Yes. Both you and Hearst are good-looking people. Of course your child will be great."
"You're also handsome. Among the people I know, you're the top three," Heidy said sincerely.
Hearing his words, Kevin said with a smile on his face, "Wow, I'm flattered."
They finally arrived at his parents' house while chatting. Looking at the huge quaint mansion, Heidy said in surprise, "Kevin, you have a rich family, don't you?"
"Kind of. My father is the Secretary General of the city," said Kevin flatly.
She looked at him in astonishment. Then she blinked her eyes and said, "Your father is a politician!"
Kevin patted her on the head and said with a smile, "Yes. Let's go inside. My parents must have been waiting there for a long time and want to see you."
Heidy took a deep breath and was about to walk forward, but Kevin suddenly hold her hand. Seeing this, Heidy looked at him, puzzled. Then she realized what was going on. She held his hand with a smile and walked inside with him side by side. Since she was doing him a favor, she should do it right.
A spacious courtyard came into view at the gate. The decor was quite elegant and unique. Then she saw a couple sitting on the sofa in the living room, waiting for them. The moment Heidy saw them, she recognized that they were the parents of Kevin.
"Father, mother, Heidy's here," said Kevin in a calm voice.
With a bow, she greeted them politely, "Nice to meet you, uncle and auntie. My name is Heidy."
Kevin's parents looked at her from head to toe and said with satisfaction, "Miss Heidy, you are so beautiful. My son indeed has a good taste."
On hearing their compliments, Heidy said with a gentle smile, "Thank you."
Before coming here, Kevin had told his parents something about Heidy, including that her marriage. Therefore, Kevin's parents showed their understanding while chatting.
"Me and Kevin's father are open-minded. We don't care that you have been married, as long as our son likes you. Kevin had been single all these years, and went out with one girl before. He didn't want to rush things in marriage, which really worried us a lot. Look the white hair we have," Dale said with a smile.
Sitting opposite to her, Heidy said with a smile, "Maybe Kevin takes love relationship more seriously, so he would be more cautious when it comes to marriage."
Dale nodded in agreement. She said with a smile, "You're right. Kevin's father has introduced many girls to him, all of whom are daughters from rich families or have great political background. However, he just doesn't interested in them. So you are destined to be with each other."
Thinking of her destiny with Hearst, Heidy felt bitter. Nodding her head, Heidy smiled, "Yes, fate is really important. Even if you are not lucky enough to meet and be in love with someone, all of the efforts were in vain if they are not meant for each other."
"By the way, Heidy, how many kids do you want after marriage? I heard that you divorced your husband and had a child," Dale asked suddenly.
Heidy, who was drinking the water, was choked and her face flushed immediately. She suddenly didn't know how to answer this question. After all, she was just faking it. She turned to look at Kevin for help. As soon as he got her signal, he stood up and walked up to her.
Sitting down beside her, Kevin said in a low voice, "Mom, this is the first time that she has come to our home. Don't scare her. If you scare her away, I'm afraid I'll have to be single for a few years."
His words surprised Dale and she asked in a hurry, "Did I scare you? Don't take this the wrong way. Both my husband and I like kids. Besides, Kevin is nearly thirty-one years old now. That's why we are in such a hurry."
Keeping a smile, Heidy nodded and answered, "It's all right. This is reasonable. I can understand it since Kevin is your only son."
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