Facade of Love

Chapter 18 Madam Young Pressures for Divorce

The Youngs Old Manor.

The Youngs‘ empire was built single–handedly by Madam Young and Sir Young after the country’s economic reform and reopening nearly fifty years ago. Thus, it had a formidable legacy. Sir Young passed away a few years ago due to illness, so now the oldest living member of the Youngs was Madam Young. The rest were Idris‘ aunts and uncles, who were originally supposed to take over the family business.

However, after Sir Young passed away, Madam Young decisively handed the company over to Idris. Idris‘ father had apparently encountered some issues early on in his life and was said to have passed

away. Perhaps the Youngs were too heartbroken to talk about it, and as I was not overly curious, I never inquired further.

The Youngs Old Manor was located in the suburbs. Sir Young had bought quite a bit of land and mountains when the country’s economy was rising. He then built several ancient–style mansions

complete with mountains, waters, and gardens. After Sir Young passed away, Madam Young

continued living there, along with the other aunts and uncles.

After entering the old house with Mr. Zachary, I crossed the courtyard and the lake to reach Madam Young’s residence. She was in the pavilion of the courtyard, listening to opera performances with a few aunts and younger family members.

I did not speak either, and instead stood quietly by

The lively and light melody made Madam Young hum along during the catchy

show ended did Madam Young turn to me, her face as kind as ever. “You’re here, Yvette. Sit, sit.” Then, she looked at the younger family members around her

Madam Young gave the command to

remained in the pavilion. She looked at me, holding her rosary, and after a moment of silence, said, “Yvette, I received some things today. Would you like to see

Although I did not know

glanced outside, and Mr. Zachary entered and placed a leather bag in front of

looked at me and said, “Open it and have a

for a few seconds before opening the bag. Inside were some photos and documents. As soon as I saw them, I froze. They were related

Young asked, “Yvette, is all

was calm, but the

and became a prostitute,” Madam Young said before I could speak. “If people knew

When I married Idris, aside from my family background, the most important

not want their descendants to marry clean

and we have never mistreated you. Although I wanted great–grandchildren, I never pressured you.