Chapter 89

Fansville was perched on the edge of a sprawling garden which, in the peak of spring, was in full bloom with cherry blossoms and magnolias. Even in the night, their budding blossoms glistened under the night sky. Naomi stared at the flowers and continued, "Men and women are different. Every woman longs to find someone willing to build a home with her. no matter how strong or independent she may be, she still secretly longs for a place and a person to call home. "The truth is, it doesn't matter who you are or how much money you have. All she wants is someone to shield her from the storm when the times get tough, and not let go no matter what." Sean pursed his lips. He failed to protect Amelia from his mother's insults and even demanded Amelia not take his mother's harsh words to heart. Sean gripped the bottle in his hand so hard he felt like it would burst at any minute. Naomi turned to meet his gaze. "Love, marriage, and family all seem to be separate entities, but in reality