I think what Jeff said makes a lot of sense. Although my parents are open-minded and don't force me to inherit the company in the future, I can't be so selfish.

Moreover, it was highly unlikely that Frederic and I would get divorced in the near future. Instead of wasting time and struggling with meaningless emotions, I decided to change myself and choose a different path in life.

"Uncle, I understand," I answered earnestly.

"Cruz is in charge of the branch office and is in need of an assistant. Why don't you come abroad with me for a while to gain some experience? If you stay in the country, you will still have to deal with Frederic's entanglements. If you go abroad, you can focus on your work," Jeff suggested, feeling relieved.

My family and Jeff's family have similar types of businesses, just that one is at home and the other is overseas. It wouldn't be a bad idea to go to Jeff's place and gain some experience.

The most important thing is that I could stay away from Frederic and them for a while, so as to avoid getting entangled with them.

My parents looked at me, and I could see the anticipation in their eyes. They just didn't want to say it out loud to avoid putting pressure on me.

My mother's heart is not very good now, and my father is also about to retire. If I don't take on my own responsibilities, then I would be very unfilial.

"Okay, Uncle, Aunt, after New Year, I will go to Luxvia with you," I didn't think too much and agreed firmly.

My answer made everyone happy, and the atmosphere during the meal was harmonious and joyful.

After finishing their meal, Jeff and his friends left. They have their own property in Aroma City, where someone regularly cleans it, so they don't need to stay at my house.

As soon as they left, my parents surrounded me and asked, "Syl, are you sure you want to go work at your uncle's place?"

"Yes, Dad, Mom, I have thought about it. Music is indeed very important to me, it is my biggest hobby. But I have neglected it for many years, and there is no need to start over again. Besides, even if I learn to do business, I can still play the violin in my free time, right?" I said casually, holding my parents' hands.

My dad let out a sigh of relief and silently squeezed my hand. My mom smiled with satisfaction and said, "Okay, your dad and I have discussed it. We won't interfere too much in the matter between you and Frederic. We respect every choice you make."

"Thank you, Mom and Dad!" My eyes welled up with tears, but I felt too embarrassed to cry. So, I leaned against my mom's shoulder and closed my eyes to take a moment to relax.

It's less than a week until New Year. I don't plan to go back to the apartment and instead, I am preparing to stay at home and then go abroad with Jeff and the others.

I had just been enjoying a few leisurely days when I received a call from Kira, disrupting my peaceful life.

"Ms. Scott, would you be available to meet and talk with me about my daughter and Mr. Hudson?" Kira's voice was very anxious.

It was her daughter who was wrong, so she couldn't justify herself.

After a moment of silence, I asked, "What do you want to talk about? Emilia admitted to me that she liked Frederic, and Frederic liked her too. Why don't they try to gain their families' approval and be together?"

"I disagree!" Kira became a little agitated. "Unless I die!"

She witnessed the moments when Frederic and I were together, even giving us vitamins to help us conceive a child. But now, Emilia is being verbally attacked online by a bunch of people. As her mother, she definitely cannot accept it.

Kira's attitude could be considered much more intense than in the previous life.

I patiently laid the groundwork for so long, and now it finally paid off.

"Kira, matters of the heart cannot be forced. They were in love with each other, what can we do?" I replied softly.

After calming down a bit, Kira's voice became slightly calmer. "No, Ms. Scott, once she is discharged from the hospital, I will keep her locked up at home. I won't let her out until she completely breaks up with Mr. Hudson. Ms. Scott, please go talk to Mr. Hudson. He is a married man, and his wife is such an outstanding woman like you. He has no reason to entangle with my daughter."

Was Emilia locked up by Kira?