Chapter 160 Hit
Her words worked wonders as Jennifer felt slightly better.
Faye tucked Carter in and led Jennifer to the sofa. “Jennifer, did you throw a tantrum just now?” she pretended to ask in a friendly manner.
Jennifer lowered her gaze. “Mrs. Scott, you’re really observant.”
Faye took her hand and patted it gently. “Was it because of Amelia?”
Jennifer nodded honestly.
“Silly girl!” Faye chuckled. “To me, you are the perfect match for Carter. I really like you and asked for your parents’ approval before introducing you to Carter. It was all my fault. I didn’t inform Carter before telling your family to return from abroad. Otherwise, things wouldn’t end up being this awkward.”
Jennifer remained silent.
Patting her hand again, Faye asked, “Jennifer, you must’ve blamed me for this, right?”
Still, Jennifer said nothing.
Faye wasn’t mad at all. Instead, she continued persuading Jennifer, “I won’t be mad even if you do blame me. I was the cause of your frustration. I hope you won’t give up on Carter. He’s just simmering in resentment for failing to get Amelia back. Soon, he’ll fall in love with you after realizing how great you are.”
Something flickered in Jennifer’s gaze.
Faye added, “Carter’s my son, so I know him well. He might seem pleasant, but in reality, he keeps everyone at arm’s length. As long as you’re sincere, he’ll fall for you one day.”
Looking up, Jennifer met her gaze. “Mrs. Scott, I’ve never thought of giving up on Carter. He’s the only one I love. As long as he’s unmarried, I’ll make sure he marries me.”
Faye nodded in approval. “That’s the Jennifer I know.”
After a pause, she added, “Jennifer, you’ve been here for a long time. I believe your parents are worried about you. You should go home for the time being. I’ll take over now.”
Jennifer gazed at Carter, seemingly troubled. In the end, she nodded. “All right then. I’ll head back for now. We’ve just argued, so I don’t think he wants to see me now. I might come again after two days.”
Faye let out a wry laugh.
reprimand Carter when he
cheeks turned pink at
should head home now. Don’t worry, I’ll make sure Carter learns his lesson. After all, you’re the
nodded obediently. “Goodbye, Mrs. Scott.
Stop
be here in two
and whispered, “Carter, I’m heading home. I will leave you
her back, she didn’t notice Carter’s
moment she stepped out, Faye’s expression
her arms and strode to
eyes and gazed at her
why don’t you
the ceiling blankly. “Mom, she’s a great woman, but I’ve already fallen in love with someone else five years ago.
can change easily. If
Carter grew increasingly annoyed.
you still going to interfere with who
was taken aback by his sudden
muttered, “Mom, I don’t want to start a fight. If you still
into a million pieces. She put in a lot of effort so her son could be happy. Right then, he was accusing her of being
are you seriously
Carter answered, “Mom, that wasn’t what I meant. I’m already thirty years old. I’m matured enough to plan my career and life. Jennifer and I are not suited for each other. I won’t fall for her or marry her. If you like her that much, you
Faye trembled
deny my efforts? I did everything
not a puppet,” responded Carter calmly. “Yes, you think you’re doing this for my sake, but have you ever asked me about my wishes? You are merely forcing me to go your way. For example, Jennifer Larson. I’ve never
she took a deep breath and
for my harsh words, Mom.
his apology,
me. Do you
Yet, Carter fell silent.
It’s a yes.
let out another
Carter. Jennifer is the perfect wife candidate. She comes from a prominent family and graduated from a top university. She’s also polite and loves you dearly. You won’t lose anything by marrying
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