Riches in Disguise novel Chapter 245

Crystal's expression didn't waver as she said, "What era are we living in? Do I really need your approval to date someone? As long as we love each other, that's all that matters."

After saying this, she cast a meaningful glance at me. It was a look filled with so much affection that it was visible to everyone present.

I felt a wave of emotion.

Although her family might be materialistic and arrogant, she wasn't. Perhaps she behaved that way toward others but not toward me.

A woman like her was scarce.

In fact, I found her even more remarkable than those who came from humble backgrounds.

After all, she had grown up in this environment. It would have been easy for her to be influenced. Yet, despite being surrounded by people who valued wealth above all else, she managed to stay true to herself. That was extraordinary.

Emma, however, seemed to take her daughter's words as a crushing blow. She staggered slightly, her face pale with shock. "Crystal, what nonsense are you spouting? Do you remember what you promised me? You said you'd find a good man who could support this family!

"I only have one daughter. Don't you dare let me down on something this important!"

Hearing this, Crystal bit her lip, her voice tinged with frustration. "I know I promised. But I thought I'd never meet someone I truly liked back then. I figured I'd settle for someone good enough to make you happy. But now, I've found someone I genuinely love. I don't want to let that slip away."

"Love? What love? In this day and age, who believes in true love anymore? Even if you love this poor man, how can you be sure that he loves you back?"

Emma's composure shattered as she yelled, her voice trembling with anger.

"Ask him yourself. Does he care about your personality, your looks, or your family background? If you were ugly and broke, do you think he'd still want you? Let's face it—he likes your looks and your money. And when you grow older, he'll use your money to pursue younger women. Don't you see it?"