Chapter 17 We cant go back anymore , brother . Ivy could only , and also wanted to answer him like this . There was a long silence on the other end of the phone . Listening to his rapid breathing , Ivy knew that he had reached the brink of a breakdown . She didnt want to anger him , provoke him to go crazy and ruin this home . So in the end , she pleaded with him in an incredibly sincere tone . Please spare my mother , she really hasnt done anything , brother . She has devoted herself to you , to your father , and to this family . She just wants to have a stable and peaceful happiness . Please let her go . The flames of hatred that had long been entwined in Rods heart slowly extinguished in this choked tone . A sense of confusion and illusion , as if waking up from a deep dream , slowly spread from his heart to the surroundings . He was trapped in confusion , unable to understand what he had loved and what he had hated all these years . Like seeing flowers in the mist , like trying to scoop the moon in the water . Rod held his phone and stood alone on the balcony for a long time . It was not until Ivys mother knocked on the door that he suddenly woke up . As soon as he caught sight of her , his eyes instinctively started to avoid her . Ivys mother handed her a cup of coffee as usual , with a caring tone in her voice . Did you have a fight with Ivy ? She doesnt want to leave home either , she just wants to go out and explore more , after all , shes still young . Dont blame her either , she knows youre busy and shes afraid youll worry , thats why she told us not to tell you . Chapter 17 1/4 Listening to her incessant consolation , Rod just made a sound of agreement and returned the phone to her , intending to leave . He really didnt know how to face Ivys mother , so he could only avoid being around her . Just as I reached the door , she called me back again . Rod , your birthday is coming up soon . How do you want to celebrate ? Do you want to be with friends or should I organize something ? After a roller coaster morning , Rod had already put this matter behind him . He never expected that the only person who said they would help him celebrate his birthday would be the person he used to dislike the most . At that moment , he felt a mix of emotions in his heart , but he still politely declined . No , I had to go to Lysmeria in the afternoon . Lysmeria ? Upon hearing her perplexed question , Rod , afraid that she would doubt , hastily added a sentence . Go … find my mother . The little incident at night made Ivy not sleep well for the rest of the night . When the alarm clock rang , she still forced herself to get out of bed . After all , she didnt want to leave a bad impression since she was in someone elses house . She waited for her to finish washing up and come downstairs , only to find the living room empty , with no one there . Did the Woods family wake up early or did they plan to sleep in ? Ivy was a little confused for a moment. She was thinking about taking a walk outside when suddenly someone appeared and Seeing her , Bruce slightly nodded and then handed over the breakfast he was holding . Just arrived in Soltharion and already waking up so early ? Has the jet lag improved ? Ivy patted her chest , hesitated for a few seconds , and then took the breakfast and sat down . Almost done , where are your parents ? Did they go out ? Bruce turned around and went back to the kitchen . He brought out another serving and placed a glass of juice in front of her before finally answering her . They havent woken up yet , they wont wake up until after ten oclock . You dont need to worry about them , they can wake up whenever they want . This casual style really matched the atmosphere of their family . Ivy also understood and planned to set the morning alarm to nine oclock . After finishing their breakfast quietly , the two of them , she looked at Bruce and asked tentatively . Today was the weekend , did you have time ? I wanted to go and have a look at the apartment over there . Bruce nodded knowingly . If you have time , I will take you there . Discover our latest featured short drama reel. Watch now and enjoy the story!