Female Novel
Chapter 170
Chapter 170
As Suzanne approached the door, she looked back and made a little heart shape with her fingers. Her smile was so bright andsweet that it was just plain adorable.
Nathan was surprised by her lovely gesture, and it made his heart fill with happiness and start beating fast. His cheeks turnedred, and he shyly returned the smile.novelbin
After Suzanne left, Nathan’s heart sank. The roomy living room now felt empty and lifeless. Nathan found himself missingSuzanne
already.
Battling a tinge of loneliness, he paced a few steps before deciding to retreat to the study. Work seemed like the perfect remedyto distract himself from Suzanne's absence.
Suzanne spotted Betty at the Morrison residence entrance, her face bruised and swollen. Touched by empathy, Suzanne quicklycalled a cab to take Betty to the hospital.
At the medical facility, Suzanne ensured that Betty underwent a comprehensive examination. When Betty realized she wouldn'thave to pay for it, she readily agreed to the examination.
However, a small hiccup happened during the process. The nurse noticed that one of the blood samples drawn from Betty wasmissing, leading them to draw another one for a thorough examination.
After the examination, the report indicated that Betty was in good health, aside from a few injuries on her skin.1/3
At the hotel's buffet, Betty piled up a table with food and
enthusiastically dug in. On the other hand, Suzanne, with little appetite, ate sparingly.
She quietly observed the middle-aged woman sitting across from her. She couldn't shake the sympathy she felt for Betty, but atthe same time, she believed Betty didn’t deserve pity.
Betty’s life seemed marked by laziness and a lack of spirit. She had a habit of chronic gambling and spent a significant part ofher life depending on an alcoholic man with a history of domestic violence.
Despite having two children, Betty didn’t discipline or educate them. Betty's son was always gambling and getting into trouble.Debts were piling up, and he was on the run all the time.
On the other hand, her daughter decided to leave school early and took up some shady stuff to make ends meet. Education andambition were not her thing.Suzanne couldn't help but wonder if Betty's actual daughter was still around.
When Betty found out Suzanne married a rich and powerful gu began thinking about leaving her husband and son. The idea ofstarting a new life with luxury and success alongside Suzanne seemed like an exciting opportunity.
Suzanne hoped she could help Betty reach the life she dreamt of if she truly was her daughter. Unfortunately, there was no reallink between them.
“Mom, you can stay in the hotel for a few days. I’ve covered the cost for a week,” Suzanne offered.
Betty set her utensils down and asked sincerely, “Suzanne, can you find out if your husband has any empty houses orapartments? |
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could move into one of them.
“If you can provide a monthly allowance, I'll surely divorce that troublesome drunkard. I’ve endured a lot in my life.”
She wiped away tears. Her voice choked up as she continued, “There hasn't been a single good day since | married him. I'vehad to endure his abuse time and time again.”
Suzanne sighed. “Why didn’t you leave him after the first time he hurt you?”
“I had no choice. If | got a divorce, how would | make it on my own? And what about you and your brother?” Betty explained.
“There are different jobs like street sweeping, collecting recyclables, being a waitress, working in a factory, or doing cleaningwork. You can support yourself with any of those.
“It's just hard for you to give up the monthly money you get from his shares, and you're not too keen on working for it yourself.”
Suzanne’s words left Betty feeling vulnerable. Her expression grew serious, and she lowered her head, pushing her food aroundthe plate without much appetite.
“Mom, can you see any difference between who | am now and the one who left home ten years ago?” Suzanne asked earnestly.
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