Chapter 288
Dad and Mom were back. They were making dinner in the kitchen. When they heard me open the door, they came to greet me.
“Dad, Mom.” I collapsed on the sofa, exhausted. The sense of powerlessness
in my heart grew stronger.
“What’s wrong, baby? Tell us. We can find a solution together. Don’t worry. “Mom embraced me and patted my back gently to comfort me.
Her arms were so warm. I wanted to lie in her arms forever, forgetting about the trouble outside and the problems I couldn’t fix.
“Mom, Felix hasn’t woken up yet. Aunt Mel said that only I could save him. She wanted me to break up with Colin and be with Felix.”
“How could Mel say that? Lulu, tell us. What do you want?”
“I don’t want to. Mom, I want to be with Colin.”
Dad patted my hand lovingly and declared they would support whatever decision I made. However, I was so uncomfortable that even the warmth of
his hand couldn’t soothe me.
“Lulu, you’re our only daughter. What we want most in this life is your happiness. What happened to Felix isn’t your responsibility. It has
absolutely nothing to do with you. Just follow your heart. We’ll always be on your side.”
I tried not to cry and returned to my room with the excuse of being tired and wanting to rest.
I knew my parents sympathized with Uncle Austin and Aunt Mel. They also
felt bad for Felix.
After all, we had lived together for over 20 years. Even though we weren’t, connected by blood, we were like a family. My parents were willing to do
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whatever they could to keep Felix safe.
However, when it came to my life, they wanted me to be happy. They refused to do anything that would harm me.
Back in the room, I cuddled up on the bed and texted Jade and Queenie, telling them what happened this afternoon.
Queenie, who had always been careless, sent me a hug emoji before criticizing Felix.
“What has he done? He only admitted he liked you after he got dumped. Does he wish to pretend that nothing happened in the past? He probably doesn’t want to see you with others even if he doesn’t want you. I bet he’s not sick. He’s just causing you trouble!
“Luna, think about it. During those years, Colin has held a deep affection for you. Don’t do anything dumb and hurt such a nice guy, or you’ll regret it. Don’t follow in Felix’s footsteps.”
Of course, I wouldn’t do anything stupid.
Jade’s focus was on Aunt Mel. “Isn’t Colin her biological son? How can she be so biased? Lulu, to be honest, I can’t tolerate how you’ve been chasing after Felix for years.
“You might not realize it, but I noticed Colin standing outside the school several times to admire you secretly. Back then, I assumed he was there to see Felix. Now I understand. He came for you.
“It must hurt Colin when he couldn’t express his love for you. No wonder he never came back. He couldn’t stand to see his beloved and his brother together. I can’t bear it if I were him. Not even for a day.
“Don’t be moved when Felix calls your name while unconscious. When he wakes up and Lilac returns, or he meets another girl, you’ll be the only one getting hurt.
“Don’t worry too much, Lulu. You’re not the hero. Just live a steady life with
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Colin and put everything else aside. Aside from your parents and Colin, the others aren’t that important.”