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Hanzel interjected, "Fifi lost her parents. You didn't know, but you touched on a sensitive topic."

Susan felt remorseful upon learning about Feather's situation. "I'm sorry, Fifi. I didn't realize. Hanzel never mentioned it to me. I should have been more considerate."

Feather, an orphan, received unexpected sympathy from Susan, evoking a mix of emotions within her.

"If you're willing, Fifi, marry Hanzel without worry. I'll make sure he treats you right. If not, I'll break his legs if he bullies you." It was clear that Susan wanted to protect Feather. Hanzel, expecting Susan to feel bad, was surprised by her compassion. He realized that Susan's concern might bring happiness to Feather, outweighing any bad feelings he felt earlier.

"Thank you, Ma'am..." Feather's hand trembled while holding the fork, moved by Susan's sincerity.

"Eat more. You're quite slim," Susan insisted, adding more food to Feather's bowl.

I'm afraid I can't finish it

felt that it was not upsetting to

signaled to Hanzel, who seized the

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timing was wrong, or she was not mentally prepared. Now, it would be quite embarrassing for him if she refused on this occasion. Besides, she

and nodded in agreement.

thanks to Susan's support. His joy was so overwhelming that he looked like he'd sweep her off her feet and spin her around if they weren't in the middle of

months, never ceasing his efforts. Feather, for

hesitant to trust in it fully. After testing the waters for so long, she began to believe Hanzel could be her lifelong partner. "I expect actions, not just words," she