Chapter 28
In their eyes, this was actually lazy and enjoying a carefree life.
I numbly put the cleaned dishes into the cabinet, my heart ached.
“Okay, don’t worry about her, let her be alone. Jealousy is at work. She tried her best in the past few years, but was still suppressed by Hanley. Dad, you just said this to her again, poking her in the sore spot. Look, she is unhappy again. Not only does she want to be supported, but she also wants to be coaxed. Where in the world can such a thing happen?“>
After saying this, Bernard picked up the financial report and continued to read it.
I stood helplessly in the kitchen and I didn’t have the courage to walk out.
What he meant was, I wanted both? But it was clear that I didn’t get any of them.
The sound of the password lock being unlocked and then the sound of high heels sounded.
“Mr. Chavez, I have sent you the documents you asked for.“}
Capable and dignified, it was Hanley.]
Bernard took off his glasses and stood up, pulling out a chair for Hanley.
“Thank you for your hard work. Stay for dinner tonight.”
My daughter–in–law hugged Hanley’s arm affectionately and my father smiled kindly.
“Hanley is here. You must be very busy recently. You look a lot thinner.“}
Hanley responded to everyone’s enthusiasm for her one by one, looked around and asked me.”
“Where’s Hadley? Why can’t I see her?”
Bernard frowned.
“I don’t know what she’s doing in the kitchen. She’s already old, but she’s still clamoring to hold a wedding ceremony again. Does she really think everyone is as free as her?“>
Hanley poured Bernard a cup of tea in a familiar manner.
“Mr. Chavez is now successful and famous. Hadley probably wants to show off and gain face. But it is indeed Hadley’s fault. She should consider you. You are so busy, she should be more considerate. Speaking of which, I really envy Hadley. Not only did she marry a successful man, but she also didn’t have to run around all year round. She just needed to lie at home and enjoy herself. If I could live this kind of life, what would I be dissatisfied with? I would definitely concentrate on serving my family comfortably.“}
After listening to Hanley’s words, Bernard nodded approvingly.
“Hadley, have you prepared dinner? Didn’t you see that there are guests at home? I have told you so many times not to keep them waiting for a long time. You really don’t know how to deal with things.”
The smoke hurt my eyes. I took a deep breath and held back my tears to bring out the cooked dishes.}
My son and daughter–in–law were flirting with each other and my husband and my father were attentively picking up dishes for Hanley.
There was no room left on the table and I stood aside awkwardly.
My apron was full of oil stains and my hair and face were unkempt.
They talked and laughed while eating and they were happy, just like a family.”
I stood aside, like a thief peeping at other people’s happiness.“]
This stop seemed to be forever.
After the meal, no one came to pay attention to me.”
I cleaned up the table in a daze and the glass table with the smell of oil reflected my sloppy appearance.}
Standing next to Hanley, I looked like one of her servants, not even worthy of carrying her shoes.
Hanley devoted herself to her career. She was nearly fifty years old, but she was well maintained, dressed exquisitely, walked with a breeze, dominated the business world and talked freely at the negotiation table.}
And I got married early, resolutely quit my job at the peak of my career, returned to my family and was tied down by firewood, rice, oil and salt for half my life.”
I washed the dishes in silence.
In the living room, Hanley was surrounded by stars and a group of people were laughing and the laughter drifted into the kitchen. The cold water and detergent stimulated my scarred hands and my heart and hands were both tingling and the pain was numb. “Didn’t you buy tonic medicine a few days ago? I’ll give it to Hanley first. She has been under a lot of work pressure recently and needs to take some tonic.”
Although Bernard was talking to me, he didn’t mean to ask for my opinion at all. He opened the refrigerator, took my tonic and turned out. “This medicine is very expensive. I went to see a doctor last week. The doctor said that my health was very poor and I couldn’t bear it. This is what I saved for a long time…”
Bernard’s face suddenly sank and he interrupted me, “Why are you so stingy? I just saw Hanley just needed it, so you can just buy more. Besides, the money you spent is not my money? Hanley is your best friend and you are so clear with her. You are so petty, really not presentable.”
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