Chapter 933
Tanisha planned to leave, but she felt somewhat worried, so she turned back and reminded him again, âSome folks, you can tell right off the bat if theyâre your match. That girl, not only is she prettier than you, but her family and demeanor are also way out of your league. Sheâs really not for you.â
Tanisha was laying it on the line, and the truth was often the hardest thing to hear
Zackâs suppressed emotions surged, so his tone was also not pleasant I know our family situation You donât have to remind me And besides, itâs not like I had a say in being bom into this family. Did you ever ask for my opinion before deciding to bring me into this world?â
His tone was harsh, and as soon as the words left his mouth, Zack regretted it, âI didnât mean it like that.â
Tanisha knew him too well, âIf youâre looking for a girlfriend, I know a few good girls. I can introduce youâ
Zack slumped onto the sofa, âNot in the mood now, maybe laterâ
His mind was filled with thoughts of her. Even though he knew they could never be together, he couldnât bring himself to seeing other girls.
Yet, Tanisha kept on yapping in his car, âDo you remember that lady Iâm good friends with? Her daughter also goes to Riverton University, just graduated and is looking for a job. She is a couple of years younger than you. Sheâs a nice girl, you wanna meet her?â
Zack retorted, âI donât wanna hear it. Just stop
Tanisha grabbed his ear, âYou little rascal, no matter how old you get, youâre still my son. When I speak, you should listen. Donât think because youâre all grown up. I canât put you in your place. If I canât handle you, your dad sure canâ
Under normal circumstances. Zack would have argued back with his mom, but today he simply had no energy, silently sitting on the sofa.
Tanisha asked, âWhatâs with the silent treatment?â
Zack just closed his eyes, not uttering a word.
Tanisha sighed and headed towards the door, âIll go home and freshen up a bit, then come back.â
Cornelia came out of the bathroom, overhearing their conversation. She sat next to Zack and playfully nudged him, âZack, let me give you a piece of advice. Chensh the days when your family nags at you. Donât be like me, wishing to appreciate it when itâs too late and theyâre gone. Treat them well, donât wait to regret it until theyâre goneâ
Zack, with his eyes still closed, didnât move a muscle.
Cornelia nudged him harder, âZack, are you ignoring me now?â
Zack immediately opened his eyes, with a wronged look, Tm listening How dare I not listen to you?â
Cornelia asked, âThen why didnât you respond?â
Zack replied, âIâm not in the mood. Donât bug me. I donât want to deal with you guysâ
Cornelia asked, âWhatâs got you bummed?â
Zack replied. âItâs nothingâ
Comelia pressed. âAre you hiding something from me again?â
Zack, a bit annoyed, blurted out, âI got dumped. Are you happy now!â
Cornelia was taken aback by his outburst, then it hit her, âZack, Briana is indeed a great girl, very attractive, butâ¦â
Zack cut her off impatiently, âEnough, I know my place. Sheâs the princess of the Hartley Group, and Iâm not worthy of pursuing her
âItâs good to face reality Marcus cut in, his eyes cold and piercing as he looked at Zack, âBriana is indeed not someone you can pursue.â
Brianaâs parents never really paid her much attention, so Marcus had been in charge of everything about Briana since she was little. This made his feelings for Briana not just brotherly love, but also a fatherâs affection and responsibility for his daughter.