Chapter 306 “Remember to misswhen you get there.” Colin, don’t say this in front of my mom. | grumbled inwardly. He wasn’t my official boyfriend yet, but he said it so calmly and confidently.
“Hmm.” | replied.
“Video callevery day.” “Hmm.” “No contact with other boys, especially that rigid one.” “Hmm.” | felt embarrassed by his endless reminders, but he refused to stop talking.
| looked at Mom in the rearview mirror. She had pretended not to hear anything. However, her raised lips indicated that she was blatantly eavesdropping happily.
| felt lucky to have such liberal parents.
Despite Aunt Mel's outrageous actions, Mom didn’t vent her displeasure at Colin or limit my interactions with him. It might not be possible for other parents.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtTo a considerable part, my parents’ generosity and open-mindedness highlighted Uncle Austin’s and Aunt Mel's selfishness and narrow-mindedness.
| called Dad in advance. When we arrived downstairs, i x waiting at the entrance to help us move our things.
Seeing Colin, Dad exchanged meaningful glances with Mom.
“Was there too much stuff, Lulu? You shouldn't have asked Colin to deliver them. Thank you, Colin. Lulu shouldn't have troubled you. You may go back. It's not good if you go back too late. Goodbye. Chere again when you're free.” Dad, since Colin was here, you should just invite him up. Why did we have to wait until next time? It was preferable to gather by coincidence than by invitation.
| covered my eyes speechlessly and peeked at Colin through my fingers. | hoped he wouldn't be upset at Dad's displeasure.
“Uncle Gerald, my parents knew | had cover. | told them I'm not going back for lunch. Givethe things. | can carry them up.” Before Dad could react, Colin grabbed the two large bags and took the lead.
Dad gave Mom a puzzled look. She covered her mouth and broke out laughing. When she passed him, she tugged him along. He reluctantly followed her up the stairs.
Sclaim that the father-in-law and son-in-law were natural enemies. There was struth to it.
“It has nothing to do with Colin. What are you doing?” “I'm not targeting him. I'm worried his mom will find another excuse to cause trouble.” My parents’ concerns were reasonable.
The atmosphere was stiff during lunchtime, but Colin was smart enough to overcit and make Dad happy. He soon regained the chance to play chess with Dad.
Colin arrived very early on New Year's Eve. When he cin, | was still in bed.
He stood at my bedroom door and smiled at my laziness before going to the kitchen to help my parents.
He was good at pleasing others. Even my old-fashioned father was satisfied with him.
According to previous years, my parents would prepare a few beloved traditional foods. The ingredients were prepared the night before. It was quick to make the meals.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmColin looked at the ingredients, opened a few big bags he had brought, and said he would make a Northern-style barbecue for us.
My parents had no objection. | even agreed with that wholeheartedly. | had missed that taste a lot in the six months since my return.
There was a big difference between the Northern and Southern tastes. The Northern one was so delicious and spicy that others couldn't describe its essence unless they tried it themselves.
When Colin noticedwalking around the kitchen eagerly, he grinned charmingly, which made my heart race.
| pondered if | should add more red flowers and end his probation period early. He was so skilled at attracting me! We soon sat at the table, ready to begin the meal. Suddenly, Colin's phone rang.
He took a look. Then, he appeared upset and put it back in his pocket without answering the phone.
| hadn't asked Colin how he got along with his family or whether Aunt Mel had expressed her displeasure.
Judging from his actions, | assumed their relationship was still terrible. However, they were his family. He couldn't stay away from them forever.