Chapter 40 : When the Matriarch Acts , You Know Theres Trouble People shouldnt get too carried away ; it often leads to misfortune . Since learning that Amy would bring Hanson home , Browns mother believed their fortunes had changed . A normal person would understand that the situation wasnt settled and anything could happen ; marriages could even end in divorce . But Browns mother didnt see it that way ; she believed Amy was trapped . Wealthy families valued reputation ; shed spread the news throughout the hospital . If the family disapproved , Amys reputation would be ruined ! A middle aged man in the ward , a real estate agent , was already discussing properties with Browns mother . She currently lived in a cramped basement apartment but dismissed a five million doallars per square meter apartment as insufficient , asking about the most expensive villas downtown . Wealthy families lived in luxurious mansions with numerous servants . Browns mother dreamed of a life like those shed seen on TV , a wealthy matriarch . That wont do . Happiness Road seems nice . Are there any villas there ? she asked , relentlessly questioning the agent , who was exasperated . Villas wouldnt be in the commercial district ! City planning wasnt something to be ignored ! Whos Mia ? A gruff voice cut through the room . Everyone looked towards the doorway . Seeing a muscular man with numerous tattoos , Browns mothers eyes widened in fear . She remained silent . It was futile ; her name was written on the bed . The man approached , his gaze finally settling on Browns mother . You can afford hospital bills , but not debt repayment ? The mans menacing glare sent shivers down her spine . I … Im using medical insurance . I really dont have any money … Browns mother prayed a nurse would notice and call security . When are you paying back that million ? The interest had brought the total to one million . Browns mothers rosy cheeks , flushed moments ago from dreaming of a villa , drained of color . She stammered , M … my daughter in law will pay . She hadnt expected debt collectors to come to the hospital ! She looked around for help , but everyone avoided her gaze . No one wanted to be involved in this mess Whos your daughter in law ? Amy ! Her family is wealthy ! I … Browns mother paused , noticing that the question wasnt from the burly man . Two men in suits stood at the doorway the butler . Madam , if you continue to refer to her as your daughter in law , we will report you for abducting a minor , the butler said . Browns mother was forty one , but her gray hair and deep wrinkles made her look closer to sixty . Her pale skin was marred by sunspots . The term old woman was apt . Before she could react , the butlers next words shocked her . Abducting a girl ?! Dont slander me ! Browns mother protested . you call her your daughter in law again , prison will be your new home . This is Mr. Zhang , a lawyer , the butler said , gesturing to the man beside him . 10.6 % Chapter 40 : When the Matriarch Acts … Hello . I graduated from Harvard University of Political Science and Law , with a fifteen year a spotless record . Im confident I can prosecute you , the lawyer said career and Everyone was stunned by this aggressive self introduction . Are you Amys family ? Browns mother asked , unusually sharp . Were here on Mrs. Jansons behalf to convey her attitude , the butler replied , opening a file . Marriage is a matter of personal choice in modern society ; the Janson family doesnt interfere . However , we dont accept individuals of questionable character Our daughter is a minor ; her values are still developing . We , her parents , strongly disapprove of this relationship . The butler closed the file . Someone tried to record the scene with their phone , but two more men in black suits entered , standing silently before them . The person sheepishly put away their phone . They werent taking any chances ! The butler had made his point Mrs. Janson disapproved of the relationship and now it was time for action . Mia , dont try to benefit from Amy . Every doallars you take , youll repay tenfold . The butler then smiled at the tattooed man . Continue . The tattooed man nodded , instantly more compliant . The butlers presence , reinforced by the two additional men , had changed the situation . The butler left . Browns mother understood the threat . The wealthy were ruthless ! If she spent even ten thousand of Amys money , shed lose a hundred thousand ! If Amy repaid the million dollar debt , theyd demand ten million ! Failure to pay meant death Shed heard this kind of threat many times before . Her husband had often gotten into trouble , and debt collectors were a constant presence . The shock hadnt ended . The tattooed man smashed Browns mothers belongings before the hospital security arrived . He warned her to pay the debt and then fled . Combined with the onlookers stares , Browns mothers carefully constructed facade crumbled Oh god , oh god , I cant take this anymore ! Theyre bullying us orphans and widows … The nurse rushed to find her family . News spread rapidly that Amys family disapproved of the relationship and that Browns mother had essentially tricked a minor into a relationship . The girl wasnt even legally an adult ! It was possible Browns mother was lying ! The father was a gambler owing a seven figure sum … Hanson and Amy returned to a scene of devastation . Seeing her son , Browns mother fainted . The message to Browns mother was only one part of Lilys plan . The butler moved on to the next task . In a dimly lit warehouse … Browns father was beaten , his eyes swollen shut . Please , spare me ! Im sorry ! Ill do anything ! Browns father didnt know who his attackers were , but he knew compliance was essential . 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