My Love for You Broke Me

Chapter 690 Gentle Actions

When Alicia's tone suddenly turned cold, I could tell that I had touched a nerve. I looked at Shawn helplessly, seeking his assistance. He reached out and grabbed my arm, saying, "Let's discuss this in a calm manner."

Alicia softened her tone and apologized, "I'm sorry."

After exchanging a few words with Shawn, Alicia left. Once she was gone, I asked Shawn, "What did I do wrong just now?"

"Mother doesn't really like celebrities, especially those involved in modern pop culture. She plans to invite some famous traditional opera performers."

I pouted and said, "That doesn't conflict with my idea. She can invite whoever she wants, and I can invite whoever I want. Didn't you see her expression just now? It's like I did something wrong—"

I quickly stopped myself and asked, "Am I being too sensitive?"

Shawn reassured me, "She was just speaking her mind. She didn't mean to target you, so don't take it personally."

"But I am being quite petty. I'll keep this in mind."

Shawn comforted me, "You don't have to be so cautious."

That was my mother-in-law, after all. So I had to be more polite to her.

I nestled in his arms and asked, "What's your schedule for this afternoon?"

"I'll be practicing calligraphy and brush painting. Would you like to learn it?"

I was terrible at calligraphy.

"I can try painting."

Then, I praised him admirably, "You're good at everything."

"It's just a habit I developed since I was young."

Once he was done, he got up and went upstairs first. I took the cake into the kitchen and put it on a plate. Then, I poured two cups of coffee before going upstairs to the study.

Shawn had already prepared some cartridge paper, and he called me over to hold the pen and imitate a landscape painting on the wall. While doing so, he explained how to hold the pen, outline the painting, and add color. Then, he instructed me to start by drawing rocks, tree branches, mountains, and then rivers and figures. Perhaps I had some talent in this area, as the final result looked quite decent.

I complimented myself, saying, "It's really beautiful."

But Shawn commented, "It's a mess, but not bad for a beginner. Practice makes perfect. Try copying another painting on the wall."

the wall. As I painted, I casually said, "In the past, I've only ever learned modern culture, like playing the piano, dancing,

was interested and asked, "Do

attending dance

attended dance and piano classes since I was young but only ended up excelling in piano. My teacher once praised my talent for dancing, and I worked hard at it. Merlin used to bring me to the bar to perform on

splits, as well as other flexible

key point and

"What's the matter?

are you so stiff when

I replied nothing.

was filled with

at him and

continued painting. After two hours, I lost interest in painting, and when he

I went over to sit next to him, resting my chin on the desk as I asked, "Can we arrange a dance party for the children's first birthday? Troy said he would attend the party, and he's the hottest and most talented celebrity right now.

eyebrows, Shawn asked, "Just because he's

I

guests would like him because

worry about that. I will let Waylen invite them, and I will also invite some famous traditional opera

I'll leave

and sent a message in the group chat, 'We're inviting celebrities to the birthday party. Thank

replied, 'Sure. Don't worry

created a new

me, Amy, and May to

sent a message, 'Sisters, let's

asked, 'What kind of

four perform together! Since it's going to be a lively event,

expect Emma would suggest that

still in the middle

blocked her escape route. 'You can practice on set. Troy is a professional in

kind of performance would it

just any ordinary dance. It should be a passionate and energetic dance that can liven up the atmosphere. Eve, asking Troy to introduce a dance teacher who can help us come up with a

had new

was such a

her was

my opinion. 'I'm fine

be supporting roles because it's Renee's children's birthday party. All

Amy said firmly.