Filed to story: A Second Chance with My Billionaire Love
“Say no more. Come downstairs with me and tell Flossie that you’re willing to marry into the Ellsworth family and make her take responsibility for you. After years of ups and downs, it’s finally time for the two of you to have a happy ending.”
Halston facepalmed and said, “You’ve all gone mad!”
“Son, times have changed. Stop hesitating. When you meet someone good, give it your all to fight for them. You’ve already lost her for four years. Think back on how you’ve lived in those four years, how much pain you’ve been through. Do you really want to keep suffering?”
Francine let out a long sigh, her eyes filled with pain.
She was a proud person, and the Guajardo family was a prestigious family. Of course she did not want her only son to marry into another house or her grandchildren to take another surname.
But she saw how much her son had suffered for the past four years. He was like a walking corpse. She no longer wanted to see him go through that kind of pain.
Ego and family pride were nothing in front of her son’s happiness. She, and everyone in the Guajardo family, wanted nothing more than to see Halston happy!
“Mom, you’re overthinking it. Flossie Ellsworth isn’t that important to me. Who said I must reconcile with her? The reason I’m treating her politely is purely because she’s the mother of my children. If she doesn’t know what’s good for her, then we’ll flip the table and show her the might of the Guajardo family!”
Halston pretended to be nonchalant. He even said some ruthless words.
“You damn brat, still lying to yourself. You…”
Before Francine could finish speaking, Flossie knocked on the door and walked in. “Sorry, the door wasn’t closed, so I just walked in.”
She had obviously caught the conversation between the mother and son just now and had heard how Halston truly felt about her.
Francine smiled awkwardly and gave Halston a punch on the arm. “My good daughter-in-law, you know how he is. That was just his pride talking. Please don’t believe him or be mad at him.”
Flossie gave her a little smile and said, “Don’t worry, I’m not mad. I actually feel the same way. The only reason we remain polite with each other is because of the children. It would be great if we can find a peaceful resolution, but if that’s not possible, then we’ll go to war. It makes sense to me.”
“There’s no need to go that far.”
Francine was really anxious.
They were so close to reconciling just now. Why did the atmosphere become so tense again?
“You said that as long as he’s willing to marry into the Ellsworth family, you’ll reconcile with him. Does your word still count?”
Francine asked Flossie.
Flossie knew that Halston would never agree, so she laughed and said, “Of course. I would be lucky to gain such a good househusband.”
“That’s great.”
Francine glared at Halston and urged, “You fool, what are you waiting for? Hurry up and agree!”
“That’s right. Although the Ellsworth family is in ruins, we can still afford to feed you. As long as you say yes, I’ll definitely welcome you into the Ellsworth family with a grand wedding!”
Flossie fought back a smile and joked with him.
She was certain that the egoistic Halston would never agree. He might even get so mad that he’d beat her up on the spot.
That way, she could claim to be the victim and prevent the Guajardo family from claiming that she was cold- blooded and refused to give them a chance!
“Are you sure you’re willing to marry me?”
Halston raised his head and looked straight into Flossie’s eyes. He asked softly.
“Uhh… S-Sure!”
Flossie could not figure out what he was thinking, so she could only nod guiltily.
“Okay, I agree.”
Halston agreed without hesitation.
*Ahem!*
Flossie and Francine were both shocked. They could not believe what they were hearing.
“What… What did you say?”
Flossie carefully verified.
Impossible, absolutely impossible!
She must be hearing things!
“I said, I agree to marry into the Ellsworth family. When will you propose to me? When will we register? When will we hold the wedding?”
Halston approached Flossie step by step and asked her one question after another.
“I… I…”
Flossie gulped and retreated, unable to answer.
Francine was amazed to see that her dumb son had finally grown up. In order to regain his true love, he was willing to humble himself. His confidence and bravery amazed her. He was truly worthy of being her son!
“Son, that’s very brave of you. You have my full support. Do your best to win Flossie back as soon as possible!”
Francine gave Halston a thumbs up. After giving him some words of encouragement, she left to give the two of them some space.
Flossie also wanted to run away, but Halston locked the door behind her and stood close to her, trapping her between himself and the door!
“You haven’t answered me yet, my dear wife.”
The corners of Halston’s lips curled into a smile. His long fingers lifted Flossie’s delicate chin as he asked in a mischievous tone.
Flossie’s face abruptly turned red. Her heart pounded rapidly. She said nervously, “Halston, your mother’s gone. You… can stop acting now. This isn’t funny!”
“I’m not trying to be funny. I’m serious. I don’t feel like working hard anymore, so I’ll marry a female boss like you and be a good househusband, cooking and taking care of the children at home. That’s the dream life right there…”
“Why would you want to be a househusband? There’s no dignity or sense of achievement. If I abandon you, you would have nothing left. The risk is too high. Don’t be rash!”
“It’s okay, I’ll take good care of you and treat it as my job. I won’t give you the opportunity to abandon me.”
“That’s not the point. Don’t you think it’s humiliating to marry into a woman’s family? Don’t go crazy with your family!”
“Times have changed. The wife doesn’t necessarily have to take the husband’s family name now. In some tribes, a woman can even have multiple husbands. I’m very open-minded. If you’re fine with it, I’m fine with it.”
Halston leaned close, pressed his thin lips against her ear, and teased, “And as your husband, I’ll also fulfill my duty to you in bed and serve you well so that you’ll be happy every night.”
“Enough with this madness! I’m scared…”
Flossie felt extremely uneasy. She struggled to escape from his arms.
That was because, if she did not escape soon, she might actually be tempted to accept his offer…
