Broken Memories, Intertwined Hearts novel Chapter 11

"Aunt Rita, Uncle Zander, you guys are overthinking. My marriage has nothing to do with my cousin Jeffery. I'm not getting any younger, and when I met the right person, I decided to get married." Ines said, feeling a bit guilty.

"Come on, I know you better than you think. Your Aunt Rita and I aren't as poor as you imagine. We've worked for decades and can afford a house in A City. We've been staying in the school welfare housing because it's close to the school, and we know all our neighbors. We like the lively and convenient location. After your brother gets married, we'll help him buy a house, and he'll move out, but you'll still live with us. If you're rushing to get married because of this, just end it. Not many people know about your marriage anyway."

Zander disagreed and tugged at Rita's arm, "What nonsense are you saying? You can't ask a child to get a divorce."

"I don't care. I only have one niece, and I can't let Ines be cheated." Rita's eyes were red.

Ines pursed her lips and leaned gently on Rita's shoulder, "Aunt Rita, I know that you're worried. You're afraid I'll follow in my mom's footsteps. People's hearts are fickle, whether they're men or women. Men can be just as ruthless as women. Even if the relationship is great now, who can guarantee that things won't change in the future? You’ll never know whether someone will abandon you someday. We both know this all too well.

“I didn't believe in love at first, but you and Uncle Zander have always reminded me that people are different. I don't believe in fate, but I have to admit that love is not the only passport to marriage. Nothing is certain in this life. I have made my choice, and I won't give up easily."

Rita sighed deeply and pinched Ines's face, "When did you get so bold?"

Zander smiled slightly, "You know this confidence is unique to the Page family. You had a big fight with your parents when you wanted to marry me. Everyone advised you to give up on me, but you never looked down on me for being poor."