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“Do you really think we don’t know what you guys are plotting?” Zephyr questioned.
Zuko addressed his parents, saying, “Dad, mom…”
“Alright, let’s cut to the chase,” Cordelia interjected gently. “Your father and I have had doubts about Pammy’s
identity. We held back because we didn’t want to hurt Nicholas and Linda.”
Zuko paused. “Mom, Toph and I suspect something is seriously wrong with Melvin. But when Toph met Pammy and
obtained a sample for a DNA test, it matched Uncle Nicholas’s!
“So I suspect someone may have tampered with it.”
“There are numerous doctors at the joint hospital. It’s unlikely that all of them are loyal to the Hamertons,” Cordelia
remarked. “If someone with malicious intent wanted to bribe a couple of them, it would be easy.”
“But the important thing is not to alert the enemy before the truth is revealed.” Zephyr chimed in with a smile. “I’ve
taught you both about throwing feints in boxing. Feint first before delivering the knockout blow! This principle
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtapplies in life as well.”
“Understood.” Zuko nodded.
Zuko felt fortunate to be part of such a family. His parents had complete trust in him and offered their support.
They even guided him on what to do.
Deeply touched, Zuko couldn’t help but give Cordelia a tight hug reminiscent of their earlier days.
Zuko wanted to hug his father next, but Zephyr playfully grabbed his arms. “Hey, hey, hey! We’re adults… What are
you doing?”
Zuko chuckled and passed his mother back to his father.
Zuko now understood that his father would never feel secure without his mother by his side. It was a feeling he
couldn’t fully grasp before, but now that he had Lina, it resonated even more strongly than his father’s.
“Alright, you two can display your affection once I’m gone!” Zuko mischievously gazed at them. Then, he playfully
squatted in front of Cordelia, flashing a pleading smile. “But before I leave, mom, I need something…”
“What’s the matter?” Cordelia inquired, her gaze following Zuko’s fixed stare at her vanity stand, specifically at the
antique agarwood box placed on it.
A realization dawned on Cordelia. “What are you up to?”
Zuko grinned slyly, like a cunning fox. “Mom… I’ve noticed you don’t wear jewelry often, do you?”
“Indeed,” Cordelia responded, intrigued. “And why does that concern you?”
Zuko’s grin widened. “It’s such a shame that you don’t wear them! So, I’ll help you—”
Before Zephyr could intervene, Cordelia’s palm met Zuko’s face with a resounding slap.
Wincing and cradling his head, Zuko was stunned, his face reflecting disbelief. His father had often been the one to
strike him since childhood, but today marked the first time his mother had hit him.
“Mom?” he uttered, bewildered.
“Zuko!” Cordelia rolled up her sleeves, her demeanor becoming assertive. “Your father gifted me those pieces of
jewelry. They are more precious to me than my own life! Don’t you dare covet them, do you understand?”
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmZuko responded in a state of confusion.
“It’s unlike you to suddenly ask me for things!” Cordelia continued to probe. “Tell me the truth, Zuko. Did you meet
a girl in Jangasas to whom you want to give a piece of jewelry?”
Zuko’s heart tightened. He looked up at his mother, wearing a forced smile.
Cordelia felt a mix of anger and amusement at having guessed his intentions correctly.
However, there was a hint of concern in her mind.
Her eldest son had always been slow in matters of love. As he grew up, he was constantly surrounded by
celebrities. Whenever gossip spread, Zuko remained silent like a fool, allowing himself to become someone else’s
stepping stone.
The person who had managed to captivate him must possess a certain level of capability…
But if that girl didn’t take their relationship seriously, it could be a devastating blow to Zuko, considering his lack of
experience and stubborn nature.
Cordelia feared her son would be hurt, so she approached the subject cautiously. “Do you truly have feelings for
someone? Who is she? Do you have a picture? Why don’t you bring her home to introduce her to us?”
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