Dandan's mother laughed and said, "If you win the bet, of course I won't interfere in your affairs any more."

I bowed my head and froze for a moment, then looked up at my head. There was no movement, no anger, no humiliation on my face. I looked at Dandan's mother calmly, then slowly said, "Aunt, I know you're right, but I believe I'm not the kind of person who is willing to live up to the status quo."

I stood up and said lightly, "Auntie, it's too late for me to delay your rest. I'm leaving."

After that, I turned to the door. Dandan just came out of the...