Love or Die CEO’s Daily Dose of Swoon

Chapter 37

Hearing Steward’s words. Sanderson fell silent

He didn’t like the idea of his daughter entering an arranged marriage, but Steward had a point that his Lia deserved better

Her partner shouldn’t just be the owner of some small store

He didn’t nod but merely spoke up. Tll look into it”

It looked like it was time to dig up some dirt on that pretty boy

In the elegantly decorated room, with pink curtains fluttering in the breeze, Juliana sprawled on her bed, her phone in hand, sobbing “Why? And it’s not enough she’s good at math Why does she have to be good at physics, too? What am I supposed to do? She’e hogging all the spotlight Mom I’m suffering too much! Wah

The phone carried a brisk female voice Juliana, you’re missing the point”

Juliana paused, rose to grab a tissue from the desk to wipe her tears and blow her nose, then switched her phone to speaker. The voice on the other end analyzed rationally, “Do you know what sets Greenmendow International School apart from regular schools?”

Juliana tossed the used tissue into the wastebasket, her voice nasal as she answered. “No”

“When you were born, you were ahead of the game. Most at Greenmeadow aim for universities abroad. You’re there not just to study but to broaden your horizons, network, and develop skills. That country girl, raised on rote learning, thinks she can change her destiny with knowledge. Competing with her academically is beneath

you

“Quality and refinement aren’t determined by academics alone. You see what I’m getting at?”

Juliana had an epiphany. “Mom, I get it! No matter how brilliant she is, she’s just a nerd, and I’m a true lady Why bother competing in studies? I excel in piano, dance, and art!”

The voice offered advice. “What’s crucial is your poise. If you keep losing your temper, it’s unbecoming.”

Juliana’s spirit reignited. “I got it, Mom. Since Loma took over the household, I can’t live as comfortably as

before”

rule. High schoolers got an allowance of ten grand a month. But Juliana used to woo more out of Laurinda.

softened on the other end. “I’ll give your

Mom

hung up,

her room, hating to see that

her phone rang. Recognizing the caller ID, she eagerly answered, “Rachel, when are you and Kermit coming home?”

Are you busy balancing the books? I’m just shopping for your gift. Sorry to bother

“Balancing what? Lorna has usurped the housekeeper’s role!”

surprised. “What

Laurinda and a call to action. “Laurinda, it’s easy–peasy to reclaim your position with all

13:15

was intrigued. “You mean…”

morning. Cordelia came downstairs to the end of a plano concerto. Laurinda

gracefully, smiling.

side glance at Cordelia, she headed toward the dining room.

noticed that Juliana’s air of defeat had vanished overnight,

none of her business. Her gaze fell on the piano, which looked much like the

she was studying it, Laurinda scoffed. “What are you looking at? Bookworm, do you even know the piano? Can

leisurely. “A little.”

did

paused. “Never took the

were instruments aplenty, and she would tinker with them when bored or

had her

Cordelia

Cordelia didn’t care.

Juliana had used mealtime to discuss the piano, and by the time Cordelia finished eating, she

Cordelia left, Sanderson and Steward descended for

served

you know Steward hates ketchup? How can you manage a house like this?” Lorna was flustered, apologizing, “Steward, I’m so sorry. I’ll get you a fresh one