Rachel did not know why, but she felt a little uneasy when she saw Annalee, though Annalee had always struck her as an amiable elder.
When she just started dating William, she had asked several times to meet his parents, but each time he refused her for a different reason.
Therefore, when Annalee showed up, she had a bad feeling. "Auntie, if you have anything to say, just say it."
"Rachel, I remember when you first came to my house, you weren't even as tall as my waist. You and William are sort of childhood sweethearts, right?" Annalee sat down and began to chat.
Rachel felt less nervous. "Yes. Back then, people said I was his little tail. William's been taking care of me since we were kids, and I love being with him."
"You're as cute as ever, and you're a big star now. I've seen every one of your shows."
"Auntie, that means a lot. But I am no longer a star now. I just want to be a normal person and live a normal life." Rachel thought of her child, and gave a gentle smile.
"Yeah, and I read the news about you."
"Auntie, the news is just a load of crap..." Rachel tried to explain.
"Rachel, I don't care if it's true. I just want to know what's your relationship with William." Annalee changed the subject, and Rachel's expression changed slightly.
Annalee was still smiling, but Rachel had no idea what she was thinking.
She replied cautiously, "Auntie, William and I are a couple now. I wish you can..."
Annalee interrupted her. "Rachel, didn't you marry Sean? I remember I went to your wedding before. Your wedding seems so recent, and you're telling me you're with William now? Are you serious?"
Annalee had a way with words. She didn't directly object to Rachel being with William, but her question was like a knife to Rachel's heart.
On the surface, this question was just out of curiosity, but it was actually a tough question to answer.
If Rachel said she was serious, Annalee would ask why she married Sean before. If she said she wasn't serious, she was doomed.
Rachel bit her lip and thought about how to answer this question. Annalee did not urge her.
"Auntie, I don't want to hide anything from you. I married Sean because I thought he was the one.
"The thing is, he doesn't love me at all. I met William at the saddest time, and he showed me that he was the best person for me.
"My marriage to Sean was a sham. I didn't get out of that hell until William showed up. Now, all I want is to stay by William's side forever."
"Rachel, I shouldn't have interfered with your relationship with William, but what you just said kind of confuses me."
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