AURORA’S POV

“You really went through difficult times when you were younger,” I said.

She smiled.

“Not really, my dear. It was the life I chose to live, and to be honest, I do not regret it. However, I would never encourage young people to make the same choices I made back then.”

I nodded thoughtfully.

“I guess Clark’s father was difficult, just like Clark can be sometimes. I’m sure he got that trait from someone, and definitely not from you because you’re such a calm and loving woman.”

A faint blush appeared on her cheeks.

“Yes, Clark inherited some of his stubbornness from his father, Ben. But my son...