On the day of the birthday banquet, Dad booked the biggest restaurant in town, giving me, his stepson, plenty of face.
My mom now is a completely elegant lady, smiling as she greets everyone coming and going.
I was just about to sneak off to find my brother when my mom grabbed me to stand at the door to welcome guests, not letting me go until she saw Meng Wan.
"Son, Miss Meng is gentle, kind, and elegant. You should seize the opportunity."
Meng Wan looked at me in my white tuxedo, a flash of amazement in her eyes. But she still didn't intend to forgive me right away, instead giving me a step down:
"Did you come to find me? Was it on your own initiative, or did your mom push you over?"
As long as I said it was on my own initiative, there was still a possibility for Meng Wan and me to continue.
But I had just been made to stand for two hours by my brother last night, and my mouth was still sore and numb. I didn't dare to approach Meng Wan again.