I felt incredibly awkward. Yang Sisi's father chimed in, saying, "Michael is just being polite... I think he's a very responsible guy, and he must have taken good care of Sisi in their daily life..."

Her mother sighed and said, "Since this is a meeting of the parents, I have a responsibility to express my feelings... As Sisi's mother, I'm not really willing for Sisi to date you... because I strongly disagree with long-distance relationships... We only have one daughter, Sisi, and she must stay in Shanghai, stay with us... But from what she said, I could tell that she wants to go with you... Based on this alone, I can conclude that your relationship is not equal... She is the one who is giving... Based on this, how can we feel comfortable letting her go with you?"

I remained silent...

Yang Sisi spoke up, saying with great dissatisfaction, "Mom...you didn't say this before we came...if I had known you would say such hurtful things, I wouldn't have arranged this meeting."

Yang Sisi's father looked at me, hoping I would say something.

I feel pain because being with me means Yang Sisi has to make too many sacrifices; I am no longer a normal person, and if I become paralyzed, her life will be ruined because of me, even though she could have had better options.

Her mother was right. If she were with me, Yang Sisi would inevitably be the one making sacrifices, and sacrifices beyond her means.

How could I bear to do that?

I forced a smile and finally replied, "Auntie, you don't need to overthink it... I'm someone who can put myself in others' shoes. If such conflicts really arise in the future, I will definitely give you the best solution... Tonight, Sisi and I came in good spirits, and we hope you will also have a good mood... So, let's put these disputes aside for now... I really hope that in the future, when we look back, this will be a wonderful night."

Yang Sisi's mother looked away, which was taken as tacit approval of my request. To chat with more like-minded people about "My Tenant Sister," follow "Hot Articles" or "rd444" on WeChat to discuss your favorite books with other readers.