Not long after Rex leaves the bathroom, Lily also walks out of it after washing her hands. The dishes
and tableware are ready on the table. Fanny is an excellent cook. Even Rex, who is so picky, is
satisfied with the food, let alone the others.
As expected, Amelia sighs as she eats, "Rex, the maid you hire is really good at cooking. She has
done a better job than I ever could."
Rex nods slightly and doesn't say anything, because he is used to remaining silent at dinner.
It is a little awkward. Only the sound of chopsticks touching bowls can be heard. Although Lily wants to
improve the atmosphere, she feels like she might achieve the opposite because she can't remember
the time she had with Rex.
However, Florence is having a good appetite because she is expecting postgraduate school.
Lily drinks a bowl of delicious soup. Before she can savor it, it is finished. She wants more but is shy to
pour herself another one, because Amelia is here.
Normally, Fanny would help her with the refill when she sees Lily desires for more. However, Fanny is
busy in the kitchen.
When Lily is hesitating about whether to do it, a pair of hands with distinct joints appears in front of her.
In the next second, her small white porcelain bowl is taken away.
Lily looks over and sees that the person is pouring the soup for her with his head down. He even
avoids the oil to make her a light one.
Lily looks at him in surprise. How does he know she wants the soup...?
Amelia notices it. She knows Rex has been aloof since young and is bad at expressing his feelings,
which she is already used to.
So, she feels a little strange when she sees the way Rex is around Lily.
Amelia is jealous. Her unapproachable son hasn't even done this for her once.
Amelia doesn't show much of her displeasure, only saying insincerely, "You know, I've never seen him
be so considerate before. Lily, you are really lucky."
It would sound better coming out of another person's mouth. But when Rex's mother says it, it doesn't
sound like she means it.
Although Lily can't remember things, she is not a fool. No need for pondering; she knows why Amelia
says that.
Looking at the small bowl of soup in front of her, Lily doesn't want to embarrass Amelia. "Without you,
how would I have the chance to meet him?"
Rex was slightly irritated, but Lily's words calm him down a lot. Although he knows it is for Amelia, he is
happy to hear that.
Florence finally realizes what is happening and puts down her chopsticks, saying, "Sister-in-law, please
visit us more often."
They are the right words to hear at this moment. Lily smiles and says, "Sure."
...
Amelia and Florence go home at half past one in the afternoon. Watching their car leave, Lily sighs
deeply and says, "Gosh, finally. I was so nervous."
Rex leans back against the cabinet and looks at her with his hands crossed in front of his chest, saying
calmly, "You were nervous? I couldn't tell at all."
"I was pretending to be cool. In fact, I was on edge." Lily still felt afraid. "She is your mother. If she had
asked something private I can't remember, the whole thing would blow up. I don't remember anything,
and...."
She is chattering about her worries. However, before she can pour it all out, she is pulled into a warm
embrace.
Rex leans closer and wraps his arms around her waist and back, as if she could be buried in his tall
body.
His thin lips moving, he whispers in her ears, "I know. It's been hard for you."
Lily only wants to blow off steam. But when she hears his gentle voice, her nose gets sore. She
mutters, "It's fine. I was just trying to feel better."
Hearing her childish words, Rex puts on a wry face. He lightly pats her back with his big palm and says,
"No need to be afraid anymore. I will sort out everything if you say or do something wrong. Don't be
obsessed about what other people think."
Lily takes a deep breath. She can only smell his pleasant fragrance. "But she is your mother. If I offend
her, would you still take my side?"
They are touching the classical conundrum: if your mother and girlfriend fall in the river at the same
time, who would you save first? Rex shakes his head helplessly and goes along with her, "Will you
offend her? I don't think so. You were even cautious when you ate with her."
"That's true." Lily decides not to waste her energy on these meaningless hypotheses.
The moment Fanny comes out from the kitchen, she sees them hugging together. Although it is not an
unusual sight, she can't help but blush every time.
She is truly happy to see the couple she is working for get along. But sometimes she would be shy
when they show their affection to each other.
When Lily notices Fanny turn around and enter the room in a hurry, she quickly pushes Rex away and
says, "I, I'm going upstairs to read the information of the flower shop."
"Are you really planning on reopening it?"
"That's right. I'm idle anyway. It was a success, so I should stick to it."
She is strong. Although she is receiving treatment, she is taking good care of Adair. Nonetheless, Rex
doesn't feel like approving it. "I'm afraid you'll burn yourself out."
Lily doesn't feel it is a big deal. "It is a small price to pay to get rewarded. Besides, I can't continue
mooching off you. I'll be looked down on."
Hearing that, Rex frowns slightly and says, "Who will do that?"
"Everyone else? You're outstanding, so I have to work harder. Although I don't know how we used to
get along in the past five years, I hope I can be stronger and better for you."
She needs strength to go on and make this relationship work by proving to herself that she is worth it.
She can't just take things from him.
Although Rex can make her happy for the rest of her life, she still wants to chase after her dream.
"You were like this the past five years." Rex raises his hand and covers her smooth cheek. "You were
brave, hardworking, and unstoppable. Also, you didn't want to mooch off me."
Lily smiles amused by him, saying, "It seems like I am consistent."
"Yes. But still, you need to spend my money. Otherwise, I won't have the motivation to make more of it."
He isn't lying. She is the drive for him to earn bread. Apart from that, he doesn't know why he is
working so hard.
He has enough money to give himself an opulent life. So, he needs a woman to spend his money.
It would give him a different sense of accomplishment.
Lily rolls her eyes, stands on tiptoe, and leans closer, winking at him. "You've gotten it. You'll need a ton
of money to do chain stores. Don't forget to support me. I'll give you shares."
Rex chuckles and agrees without asking more, "It's a deal, Boss Lily."
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