"Mom, do I look prettier now?" I changed the topic forcefully.
"Of course, you do. You're the pride of the family, so you're the prettiest." Dad's face appeared on the screen. The maturity and handsomeness of a middle-aged man appear in my view.
Mom told me that when Dad was younger, he was quite a charming man. Many women approached him and tried to steal his heart.
However, Dad had fine taste. He was devoted to Mom and never batted an eye at those women who desperately wanted his attention. He remained loyal to Mom and thus gave birth to the perfect love story. Together, they enjoyed a happy life.
Likewise, Colin was just as talented and handsome as Dad. Many women wanted his attention too, but he paid them no mind. However, many more would continue to fall for Colin for the long days ahead. Jasmine was the current example, and I was racking my brain to keep her at bay.
Fortunately for me, Mom called me. She was an experienced pro in fending off unsolicited admirers from Dad. I should ask her for tips.
We talked for a bit. Mom, perceptive as she was, noticed that something was odd with me. She kicked Dad out of the room so that we had the privacy for a mom-daughter talk.
Mom listened as I relayed my concerns to her. The smile on her face disappeared, and she donned a serious expression. "Lulu, like a family, love requires effort and commitment.
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