Serenity and Zachary York

Chapter 3162

Rhea had spent her money in moderation despite working tirelessly. On the other hand, her sister-in-law was wasteful and lived a far more comfortable life. How could her parents dote on their son and daughter- in-law but not her?

They would rather take her money and give it all to their daughter-in- law... What a family she had.

Dean hugged his mother and said softly, “You didn’t do anything wrong, Mom. I know you're tired. You're doing this for me to live a better life. I'll study hard and be a useful person when I grow up. I'll become someone you can rely on and protect you. You won't have to be tired ever again.”

Rhea embraced her son’s thin figure. She said happily, “My son's the best. I'm content so long as you're healthy and safe. As for your grades... You've improved a lot. I'm happy.”

Not every child was good at studying; some could be clever but simply did not perform well academically.

However, not a single child would be deemed stupid. They perhaps excelled in areas other than their studies.

Rhea did not expect Dean to be exceptional. She just wanted him to be able to protect the family's assets.

“I can do better, Mom.”

“I believe you, but you must prioritize your health. You can't be too picky, okay? Less snacks, more proper food to grow tall. You're thinner and shorter than your peers now.”

Dean pursed his lips but still nodded.

He was a picky eater.

At that moment. Old Mrs. Torres brought a bowl of soup to Rhea. “Thank you.”

Rhea let Dean go and accepted the soup. She put the bowl down first as it was slightly scalding to the hand.

Old Mrs. Torres sat beside her husband.

Rhea proceeded to talk to them about the company's recent business deals.

Victor had inherited the company from his parents when he was still alive. Although Old Mr. and Mrs. Torres were of advanced age and could not manage the company after losing their only son, it did not mean they were clueless about their own business.

Despite Rhea single-handedly managing the company, she had no selfish intentions. She would talk to her in-laws about what was happening daily in the company.

The accumulated assets of the Torres family would belong to her son and his future children.

“We trust you, Rhea. You can make all the decisions. We believe that your judgments have gotten better,” said Old Mrs. Torres gently.

The company suffered continuous losses back when Rhea just took over. It had made her very anxious.

However, after managing the company for seven years, she was no longer the inexperienced woman she was.

“Rhea, if you ever find a suitable, nice man, then go for it. Dean's still young. He needs paternal love. My husband and I are getting older, and we don't know when we might die. If we pass away, you and Dean will only have each other. Some people might bully you two when that happens.

“A family like ours is easily taken advantage of when there isn't a capable man around.”

Rhea took the bowl of soup and drank it slowly.

Her in-laws and son watched her.

Dean wanted a father figure, but he was afraid of having a stepfather. While other kids had their fathers, his passed away early. He only knew what Victor looked like from pictures.

Dean barely had any memory of his father, as he was only two when Victor died.

A stepfather... According to his classmates, stepfathers were mostly evil.

His family was rich as well. He was scared of his stepfather going for his family’s money.

Dean's maternal grandma often told his mother that it would be better to pass all the money to his uncle than get deceived after remarrying. Whenever that was mentioned, his mother would get furious. Therefore, Dean knew his maternal grandma was up to no good.

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