Chapter 1154

After a pause, Stefan added, "If you have any concerns, I'll personally call Neal and arrange for you to stay with us for a few days." Neal was currently Lily's nominal father, right? Just as Lily was about to refuse, Melanie suddenly broke down in tears, her face streaked with snot. "Lily, you have no idea how hard it's been for me these past years! My daughter-in-law was so wonderful. She and I were like real mother and daughter. "After she passed away, I couldn't sleep at night, and I kept thinking about her. If it weren't for all the things I have to handle at home and the people I need to care for, I would've gone with her." Melanie wiped away her tears and then rubbed them on Lily's sleeves. "When I see you, you feel so familiar. I know this is sudden, but I really miss my daughter-in-law. Seeing you is like having her still here with me. Please, just indulge my small wish?" Melanie choked on her words. "Don't worry. My son won't do anything to you. He's incapable in that r