Chapter 75: Talking to Parents
After talking with Nika and receiving encouragement and support from him, Ansel feels happy and grateful. At the same time, gain more confidence in conquering Erica. With a brain full of future plans, Ansel worked hard all morning. However, when it was time for a lunch break, Ansel’s mind was suddenly distracted. He remembered that after two days in the hospital, his father was discharged home. His health must have improved. Now might be the right time for Ansel to solve the party scandal. As well as talking to his parents to get their consent regarding his relationship with Erica. Ansel decided to proceed today. So he left work early and returned home to talk to his parents.
Ansel is currently sitting on the sofa in the living room, facing his parents. Ansel’s mood is full of emotions. He feels both nervous and hopeful at the thought of the upcoming conversation. However, he is also elated, as he believes that things will improve after he finishes this unfinished business.
After a minute of silence, Ansel mustered up courage and cautiously opened:
“Dad, Mom, I know you’re both worried about the bad things that happened recently. Rest assured, I’ve worked it out.”
“Are you sure it’s settled? Is everyone satisfied with your handling?”
Ansel’s mother hastily interjected, annoyed with Ansel. According to her, Ansel has yet to do anything to satisfy her or anyone else involved in the incident other than create more trouble. Because of Ansel’s bold decision at the party that night, the relationship between the Browns and Scotts is in a state of escalating tension, and there is a great danger of it completely falling apart if the consequences caused by Ansel are not overcome soon. Hani, Ansel’s mother, feels ashamed and apologizes to Desi and his family. The ten-year friendship between Mrs. Hani and Desi’s mother is about to end. With the events of the night still unresolved, Ansel created another problem by announcing that he would be getting married to Erica the next month. What is reprehensible is that Ansel did not say anything to their parents, something that Hani cannot accept or easily forgive.
“Yes. It’s okay.” Ansel confidently asserted: “As for whether other people are satisfied or not, I don’t care. This is up to each person’s understanding and thinking.”
Hani’s face became tense when listening. She wanted to protest, but before she could say anything, Ansel quickly dodged:
“I have something to tell you two. It’s about Erica. I want to let you two know that Erica is a wonderful person, and I love her very much.” Ansel bravely demanded, “I want you two to meet.” Face Erica and accept her.”
When Ansel’s mother heard this, she immediately replied:
“I object to your relationship with Erica.”
“Why is that?” Ansel calmly asked. He had anticipated his mother’s reaction. But I didn’t expect her to use such a harsh, sarcastic attitude.
“Erica is just an ordinary girl with no high social status.” Ansel’s mother argues, “How does she deserve to be the right wife for you?”
Sincerely, Ansel says:
“Dad, Mom, Erica is really a wonderful person, and I love her so much. I just want to marry her. Please accept to meet Erica.”
Father Ansel, who had been listening for a while, replied softly:
“Ansel. Rest assured, I understand how you feel. We will arrange to meet her this weekend. As long as you two are happy and love each other, parents will support and accept you.””
Ansel was very happy to hear his father’s words, and in his head, he began to plan how to introduce Erica to his parents. He felt relieved to think that his parents had accepted his relationship with Erica, and he hoped that everything would go smoothly. However, his joy did not last long. Ansel was soon disappointed and saddened when his mother spoke up against him.
“Husband. What nonsense are you talking about?” She scolded her husband: “How can you easily follow Ansel’s request without thinking? Ansel is going astray; the duty of a father is to advise and teach Ansel. Rather than agreeing with Ansel’s ill-advised decision,”
Mr. Brown clicked his tongue, completely dissatisfied with his wife’s attitude as well as strongly disagreeing with her opinion. He was about to say something when Hani ignored him.
Mrs. Hani turned to Ansel and said:Belongs to (N)ôvel/Drama.Org.
“And you too, Ansel. What do you want to invite that girl to? She’s just a poor child; why don’t you choose a richer, more talented girl to marry?” Hani said this with no concern for her son’s happiness.
Ansel restrained his emotions, trying to explain:
“But mom, Erica is a very nice person; she is very caring for me, and I really love her.”
“Love? How can it be love? She’s only after your money. Don’t let yourself be trapped. Open your eyes and see through her wickedness.” Ansel’s mother continued to blame them, thinking that he was not mature enough to decide who to love and marry.
Ansel grew increasingly annoyed with her mother’s disapproval, especially her discriminatory attitude when it came to Erica. However, he patiently tried to explain again:
“But Mom, I’ve thought hard about this decision. And Erica isn’t who you think she is either.”
“You have allowed her to blind you,” Ansel’s mother confidently concluded, asserting, “She has successfully brainwashed you.”
“Mom, please stop insulting Erica.” Ansel pressed, wanting to protect her lover: “Mom doesn’t know anything about Erica, so don’t say things based on feelings and temporary speculation.”
“Ansel, what did I say wrong?” She pretended to be innocent and asked, “The truth is right in front of us; anyone can easily see it; why can’t you?”
“You are completely wrong.” Ansel firmly asserted, “You only say what you think is bad about Erica instead of getting to know her well. Isn’t that very unfair?”
Ansel continued, showing his resolute attitude. “And I’m not blind, so I can see the truth that is exposed right in front of me.”
Unable to argue with Ansel, Mrs. Hani resorted to using her authority to deal with him.
“In short, it’s not allowed. I don’t agree. You have to choose a better girl. As for Erica stepping into this house, we don’t need to discuss it any further.” Ansel’s mother clearly expressed her objection.
Ansel realized that his mother was being stubborn by not agreeing with his decision. He felt disappointed and discouraged, but he also understood that changing his mother’s mindset was not easy. However, what made Ansel even more uncomfortable was that his mother didn’t listen to him and was determined to do what she wanted.
Now what does Ansel have to do? Things were harder than Ansel thought.