Burning Passion: Love Never Die

“How dare you!” Valerie bellowed and banged on the desk.

Debbie shut her mouth immediately. As the saying goes, “He who talks much errs much.” She wondered whether she had said something wrong that caused Valerie’s fury. But she didn’t say anything wrong.

“Debbie! You are so rude! Didn’t your parents teach you about self-esteem and self-respect?” Valerie’s words cut Debbie’s pride Like a sharp knife.

Her face was hot as she felt both sad and humiliated.

“Grandma, Deb—”

Before Carlos could finish, Debbie interrupted him. ‘Carlos has been yelled at by his family this whole time because of me. I should do something, ‘ she thought. Looking Valerie in the eye, she flashed a smile and said, “Grandma, I don’t think it’s a big deal to leave self-esteem and self-respect behind to be happy.”

Carlos had done a lot for her, and she should repay him. And this was the best way she knew how. By carefully choosing words that they couldn’t argue over, maybe she could stop them from fighting. Maybe she’d even win one for Carlos. Who knew? But it was important that she stood up for herself and for Carlos, not to mention for their marriage.

eyes Lit up when he heard this. Meanwhile, his heart ached

had to fight against

wrong, so he had to find another excuse

think you are? We’re older

Show some respect!”

blinked and sighed with

respect you, but respect is a two-way street. You haven’t shown me any respect at

said through gritted teeth, “Fine! You have guts! Aren’t you afraid that

playfully, “Honey, your

burst into Laughter at

in the study was

Valerie and James still wore long faces. It would