Chapter 245

Crystal's expression didn't waver as she said, "What era are we living in? Do I really need your approval to date someone? As long as we love each other, that's all that matters." After saying this, she cast a meaningful glance at me. It was a look filled with so much affection that it was visible to everyone present. I felt a wave of emotion. Although her family might be materialistic and arrogant, she wasn't. Perhaps she behaved that way toward others but not toward me. A woman like her was scarce. In fact, I found her even more remarkable than those who came from humble backgrounds. After all, she had grown up in this environment. It would have been easy for her to be influenced. Yet, despite being surrounded by people who valued wealth above all else, she managed to stay true to herself. That was extraordinary. Emma, however, seemed to take her daughter's words as a crushing blow. She staggered slightly, her face pale with shock. "Crystal, what nonsense are you spouting? Do