Chapter 486 Protecting

Hearing the loneliness and implied meaning in Bella's words, Lia wrapped her arm around Bella's shoulders to comfort her. She said, "Everyone is different, with both good and bad sides. At least you can have children with the person you love. That's something I'll never be able to do in my lifetime. None of us are luckier than the other." She continued, "Besides, my dad still hasn't agreed to me being with Leonard. He's not that easy to convince. This is just the beginning. Who knows? Before the year's up, Leonard might crack and run away." Bella laughed. "How much faith do you have in Leonard? You couldn't even talk him out of marrying you. Now, the only thing standing between you two is your dad. He has no reason to back off. Don't worry. I bet that he won't run." Then, as if thinking of something, Bella added, "By the way, stay for dinner tonight. Dominic had some beef and fruit brought over. There's too much, and I can't finish it. You can take some home with you later." Lia, u