Although Hayden was already in his twenties, he always felt like a child when facing his mother.
Hayden took a deep breath and said, "Mom, you don't need to pack my luggage. I have everything I need here."
"Oh, I see. If you need anything, just have someone deliver it." Avery's tone softened. "Hayden, on a more serious note, you two should live together if Shelly is okay with it. Only by spending time together day and night can you know if you and her are compatible. If you two get along well, you can bring Aiden over. It would be wonderful to live as a family of three!"
Hayden furrowed his brow slightly. "Mom, don't you like Aiden anymore?"
"Of course, I like him, but Aiden is ultimately your child. If you establish a new family, it's only natural to have him with you," Avery explained. "If we want to see Aiden, we can always go and visit, or you can bring him over to visit us when you have time. Our houses are so close to one another, so there won't be a problem."
Avery did want to part with Aiden, but she thought of Shelly and how Shelly would certainly not want to live with Hayden's family after marriage. Living with one's in-laws would be restrictive and would curtail Shelly's freedom.
Hayden felt a wave of emotions, unsure of how to respond to his mother's words.
Although he had decided to give it a try with Shelly, the thought of bringing the child to live with him left him feeling a bit empty inside.
In the past, he had lived alone in Bridgedale and rarely felt lonely, nor did that lifestyle affect his mood.
However, after returning to his home country and living with his family, he had grown accustomed to the lively atmosphere at home. Therefore, the idea of moving out and living on his own felt odd, and he began to question whether he could manage a small family on his own.
"Mom, let's discuss these things later!" Hayden was still unsure if he and Shelly were compatible. "If I decide to live with her, I'll let you know."
"Alright. Let us know in advance! Your father and I can help you prepare for the wedding," Avery said. "I always worried about you getting married. I didn't expect you to become a father before your younger siblings graduate. Your efficiency is impressive, and I can't be more content."
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