When Her "Death" Couldn't Break Him

Chapter 1831 Take It Slow

Originally, everything was wonderful.

After the two became engaged, Madeline spent most of her time visiting Darren at Faust Group in addition to attending university.

During that period, Darren wasn't exactly warm toward her, and his demeanor was rather indifferent.

To outsiders, Madeline appeared to be having a one-sided crush on him.noveldrama

After she graduated, both sets of parents discussed their marriage. Everything seemed to fall into place naturally.

However, not long before their wedding, the Foster family suddenly went bankrupt with no warning signs, and tragically, both her parents passed away soon after.

Madeline suffered an unprecedented blow to the extent that she was left speechless.

Darren had brought her into the Faust residence after marriage. However, on their wedding night, he had said some things that left her heartbroken.

Ever since that incident, Madeline completely ignored Darren.

The two individuals bore a resemblance to a married couple, yet they did not at the same time.

The moment Madeline thought of those incidents, she withdrew her hand again.

Darren's hand was left empty. He looked at her, somewhat puzzled, "What's wrong?"

Madeline clenched her hand. "It's nothing."

She continued to turn her back, not wanting to lay her eyes on Darren.

For some reason, perhaps because she had been alone for too long, she was

finding it difficult to adjust to Darren's kindness.

Darren's gaze dimmed when he saw that.

Then, Madeline said, "Let's take it slow."

After hearing that, Darren smiled. "All right. Take your time."

The fact that Madeline was willing to say that was already a significant compromise on her part.

When they returned home, they saw Monica and Richard playing with Amelia.

Upon seeing Madeline and Darren return together, they couldn't help but ask, "Why are you only coming back at this hour?"

"After work, we went to the hospital to visit a friend," replied Darren.

"I see." Monica picked up Amelia and walked over to Madeline. "Madeline, could you step outside with me for a moment? I have something to discuss with you." After she finished speaking, Monica handed the child over to the nanny for care. Instinctively, Darren was protective of Madeline, fearing that his mother might say something that would upset her. "Mom, what can't be discussed here?"

Seeing her son's impatient protectiveness over Madeline, Monica felt somewhat helpless. “Darren, are you still my son? Don't worry, I won't mistreat her."

Richard also remarked, "They're just going to discuss some trivial family matters. Why should a grown man like you be so inquisitive? It's not like we would harm her."

Darren was about to say something else when Madeline spoke up. "All right, let's take this outside."

She was aware that Darren's parents were not particularly fond of her. However, they had always treated her with respect and politeness, never uttering any unkind words.

Only then did Darren allow Madeline to leave with her mother.

Upon reaching the courtyard outside the mansion, Monica gestured for Madeline to take a seat before she began to speak. "Maddie, you and Darren have been married for quite a few years now, haven't you?"

Madeline nodded.

"Normally, it's not our place as elders to interfere in the matters between you and Darren. However, I believe there are some things I need to discuss with you."

"Go ahead." Madeline always treated Monica with the utmost respect.

After a moment of hesitation,

Monica continued, "Darren is our only son, so Amy can't be your only child. Your father and I would like you two to consider having a second child."

Madeline blinked, stunned.

She had never considered having another child.

Seeing her reluctance, Monica continued, “know there have been some disagreements between you and Darren, but what I need to tell you is that Darren truly loves you. Did you think you could join the Faust family simply because of your family background?"

Madeline didn't understand what Monica was saying and looked at her with

confusion. It wasn't a marriage alliance?

Monica continued, "Back then, Darren insisted on marrying you, practically forcing

us to come to your home to propose."