5

The Johnson and Smith families have a deep connection and have been in contact for many years. The marriage between Justin Johnson and Celine Smith was arranged by their parents as early as when they were born, becoming an indissoluble bond between the two families.

However, things are unpredictable, Justin Johnson suddenly said that he did not want to get married. Alex Johnson's mother, who loved her son, would not refuse her son's wish. So, they remembered me, their biological son who was forgotten in the corner, and it seemed that I was the best person to solve this problem.

The box was brightly lit and bustling with people.

" I really envy you. You have Justin Johnson and Grace Johnson, a pair of outstanding twins, and such a well-behaved little son." Father Qin was drunk and looked at his only daughter beside him. He couldn't help but sighed, his words full of helplessness and worry.

" I only have this one girl in my family. She had a heart surgery last year. Her mother passed away early. I am really worried about her." Qin's father's words were like a huge rock, plunging into my originally calm heart.

The four words " heart surgery" pierced my eardrum like a sharp arrow, making me look up at Celine Smith opposite me . She was gently and considerately picking up food for Justin Johnson . The scene was so harmonious, but it had nothing to do with me. Celine Smith noticed my gaze and looked back indifferently. The look was completely different from the gentleness when facing Justin Johnson, as if I was a stranger in her eyes.

I calmly looked away, feeling mixed emotions. I envied Celine Smith for escaping death and being lucky enough to survive. It would be great if Mia Brown could be so lucky.

" Qinqin, don't always pick up food for me, pick up food for Simon Johnson too." Justin Johnson 's voice broke the silence in the box and attracted the attention of everyone at the table to us.

" Simon Johnson , Celine Smith takes care of Justin Johnson as her younger brother. She has been used to it since she was a child. Don't mind it." Cheryl Williams, the only female elder present, explained with a little apology in her tone. I focused on the food in the bowl and nodded casually in response.

Celine Smith took the opportunity to put a piece of fish into my bowl, and I thanked her politely. However, I never touched that bowl of rice again.