"Mom, this isn't just about pushing me to get married." Andrew Yu's eyes reddened as he choked out, "I've already fallen for her."
"Son—" Andrew Yu's mother held back tears and said, "Our family really can't reach that high. In Newport City, the Yin Family is like the sky itself, and no matter how hard we work, even after three hundred years, we're not qualified to be compared with them! I've heard that the Yin Family heiress and the future matriarch both treat Sherry Yuan with special kindness. Officially she's a bodyguard, but in reality, she's the trusted confidante of the next generation's family head. You're just an ordinary guy—what right do you have to pursue her?"
Andrew Yu fell silent.
"Let me put it another way. If you two are always living apart, even the best relationship will wear thin. Ten years from now, if you want a divorce and she won't let you, what will you do?" Andrew Yu's mother patiently persuaded him, "She's a bodyguard, and used to be an assassin. She's not a normal person at all. If you two have a fight and she stabs you, then what?"
"There are plenty of good women in the world. Why does it have to be her? I'm getting old, and all I hope for is that you can get married safely and live a peaceful life. Sherry Yuan—she's anything but peaceful!" Andrew Yu's mother wiped her tears and said, "Anyway, I don't agree with you two being together. If you still acknowledge me as your mother, break up with her."
"Mom..."
"Son, you're not a child anymore. Think about it carefully." Andrew Yu's mother stood up, waved her hand, and refused to listen to his arguments. "It's just not meant to be!"
Andrew Yu knew that his mother was right.
He also knew what choice he had to make.
But his heart ached.
For the first time in his life, he'd actively fallen for a girl.
And now, this happened.
Was he really not meant to be with Sherry Yuan?
After Mrs. Shang (Matriarch) spoke with Andrew Yu's mother, she sought out Sherry Yuan again.
"Sherry, I asked you here today because I have something important to say." Mrs. Shang (Matriarch) came this time with complete sincerity.
She beckoned, and someone quickly brought over a tray with an elegant contract on it.
"What's this?" Sherry Yuan looked at her in confusion.
"This is my will, already notarized," Mrs. Shang (Matriarch) said. "When I die, half of my assets will go to you, and half to Xiao Jin."
Sherry Yuan's eyes shot up. "Huh?"
"Sherry, I'll be blunt. I want to use half my estate as a betrothal gift to welcome you into the Shang Family, to be my granddaughter-in-law and the mistress of the family." Mrs. Shang (Matriarch) didn't beat around the bush. "Don't rush to refuse—hear me out first."
Sherry Yuan waited in silence.
Let’s not talk about the past—I’ve made too many foolish mistakes. But this time, I can’t afford to be foolish. As for Sam’s situation… I won’t say more. I know your past and your present; no one suits you better than our Sam. Your background is a bit awkward, but I don’t care. Hasn’t our Shang Family had enough scandals? We need you not to look down on us." Mrs. Shang (Matriarch) truly humbled herself this time.
She was truly willing to risk everything to keep Sherry Yuan as her granddaughter-in-law.
Is pride edible?
Can you eat it?
Can it bring great-grandchildren?
So, she set her pride aside!
No matter what, she was determined to persuade Sherry Yuan today and bring her home!
Matriarch, I’m over six years older than Sam Shang." Sherry Yuan reminded her honestly.
I know, I know. I’ll make it up to you! Sam is a bit young, but he’s been sensible since childhood—he won’t be any worse than other men!" Mrs. Shang (Matriarch) hurried to reassure her.
Sherry Yuan: "..."
That’s not what she meant.
Last time, Mrs. Shang (Matriarch) complained that she was too old; now she’s complaining her own grandson is too young?
Mrs. Shang (Matriarch) continued, "I can live two more years. As long as I’m alive, I won’t let him do anything to hurt you."
Sherry Yuan remained silent.
If you want to work, you can work; if you want to travel, you can travel—I won’t stop you! As long as you’re willing to have children, that’s enough. I’ll raise them myself!" Mrs. Shang (Matriarch) was truly going all out.
If you just want a child, why not try IVF?" Sherry Yuan asked.
It’s not just about the child. The Shang Family needs a matriarch." Mrs. Shang (Matriarch) patiently explained, "A child is necessary—there’s an inheritance at stake, right? But we also need a matriarch to handle social affairs. Sam’s wife… never mind. I’ve held the family together for years, and I’m tired and old. I need someone to take my place. You can’t be a bodyguard forever—there’s a golden period in your career, and once it’s over, you’ll have to step down. I’ll help you hold out until retirement, okay? Once you retire, you’ll come back and be the matriarch, okay?"
Sherry Yuan couldn’t help but glance sideways.
Why was the matriarch so humble today?