Chapter 2901
As she grew older, she wisely chose another room, making her visits to that particular room less
frequent.
But on significant days, she'd still spend a few hours there. It was her sacred space to be alone with
her mom's memory, where no one else was allowed to disturb.
When Francis brought up that room, it was his way to use her motherâs memory to remind her to
visit home more often and remember her roots as a member of the Tanner family.
But hearing this from Madeline was a different story. She seemed to forget her place in the family,
acting as if she had a say in these matters.
âDonât worry, Dad. Just because I'm married doesnât mean I won't come back. I'm here now, aren't I,
having dinner with you? But now that I am married, I think it's important to set some boundaries.
We can't let certain people think things are the same as when I was single.
I think I'll just come back alone for dinner unless it's a special occasion. Nolan has his own family to
spend time with; it wouldn't be fair to expect him to come with me every
time.â
If Nolan had it his way, he'd accompany Regina back every time; but since she voiced her
preference, there must be a reason.
âThis is unacceptable!â Madeline blurted out in panic, fearing she'd lose any chance to be close to
Nolan if Regina started coming back alone.
Everyone turned their eyes towards her, while Nolan kept his head down, focusing on the mountain
of food Regina had piled onto his plate as if she thought him a bottomless pit or wanted to spare
him from speaking.
"How is this not acceptable?â Francis looked sternly at Madeline, well aware of the selfish
motives she harbored.
Regina married Nolan already; it was only wise to resign those ideas.
Instead of obsessing over Nolan, he thought, she should consider what benefits the Tanner family
could still draw from the Harris family, grabbing whatever advantage they could.
âUh, I mean...â Madeline stumbled to explain.
Imogen cut her off sharply, âWhy are you even speaking, child? Just finish your soup and stay out of
adult conversations.â
Then, turning to Francis with a smile, she said, âYou've spoiled her. Now, she finds it's okay to talk
nonsense in these important occasions She's just a child; what does she know?â
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Francis scoffed internally but maintained a gracious facade, âHow is she still a child? She's only
slightly younger than Regina.
Now that Regina's married, it will soon be your daughter's turn. Don't worry, I'll make sure to find
someone you approve of.â
Imogen looked at him with feigned surprise, her eyes soft, âThen I'll have to rely on your judgment.â
Changing the subject, Francis turned to Nolan, âDo you have any friends around Madeline's age?
Someone suitable for her?â He believed that Nolan, being as commendable as he is, surely had
friends of equal caliber. It could tighten the two familiesâ bonds even further, making any thought of
separation impossible.
Regina's expression darkened at her father's words. Wasn't it enough that the Tanner family
benefited from their connection to the Harris family? Now he aimed to extend that influence to
Nolan's friends!
âLet's just enjoy dinner without delving into such topics today.â she said, trying to steer the
conversation back to a peaceful family meal.
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