Broken Memories, Intertwined Hearts

Chapter 36

Ines practically blushed through breakfast. She was in a great mood on her way back, with a smile on her face the whole time.

Ethan, seeing her happy, asked, "Do you believe me now?"

Ines nodded, "Erica seems really gentle." In her mind, people like the chairman were high and mighty, giving off an untouchable vibe.

Ethan chuckled and shook his head, thinking that she hadn't seen Erica in action. When she was younger, she was known as the Iron Lady in her circle. When she was in the company, everyone was on their toes. "Mom's just easier to get along with at home. She's not what you think at work. But since you passed her test, she's all in for you."

Ines looked at Ethan, confused about when her mother-in-law tested her. She hadn't noticed anything.

Ethan ruffled her hair, "Your every move is watched by mom.”

Ines laughed, then suddenly thought about what Ethan had said and felt the check become heavy, "How did your mom test me? Was she checking if I'd spend money recklessly?" Content rights belong to NôvelDrama.Org.

Ethan shook his head and gave her a hint, "Mom gave you the gift after grandpa. Compared to grandpa's, hers was the lightest, but your expression didn't change."

Ines was shocked. With Ethan's reminder, she understood his mom's intention. She was testing whether Ines was greedy. If she'd shown dissatisfaction, things might've turned out differently.

"Your mom is really..." She couldn't find the right word to describe her. Erica’s actions were so secretive and hard to guard against. It was a simple method, but it was indeed the best way to test someone's greed.

"What should I do in the future?" Ines's smile disappeared.

"I told you this not to burden you, but to help you understand mom better. Don't worry, she'll only test you once. Since you passed, you're part of the family. She'll treat you as her own and won't test you again. Just be yourself around her, no need to hide your true self. People like her trust their own judgment, and only feel secure after personally verifying things," Ethan explained.

Ines nodded and felt relieved. She looked at the money and laughed, "Who would've thought that one visit home with you would make me a millionaire? Not bad.”

Ethan laughed at her greedy expression. He knew she wasn't really like this, otherwise, he wouldn't have hidden his family background. She wouldn't have been so calm facing his mom's test. He handed her his bank card, "Add this, and you'll definitely get a cramp. Take my salary card. I've changed the password to your birthday."

Ines never thought this man would so willingly hand over his salary card. After all, he wasn't an ordinary person but the CEO of a multinational corporation. She didn't like owing anyone favors or money, it didn't feel right. And especially not for a couple with no emotional foundation. Before she could refuse, he'd already stuffed the card in her hand.

"Ethan." Ines wasn't used to his domineering style.

"This isn't for you, it's for both of our living expenses. We're married now, and you're the lady of the house. If we need to buy things for our house, we can't expect you to use your own money." Ethan said.

With Ethan's words, Ines couldn't refuse. She couldn't help but ask, "How much is the salary of a CEO?"

"Don't worry, you'll be satisfied," Ethan said.

She looked at him seriously, poked his shoulder and said, "This should be a big number. Aren't you afraid I'll take the money and run away?"

Ethan was very pleased with her little action. He laughed happily, "For a guy like me, if I can't even control my own woman, I deserve to lose everything."

Hearing him say that, Ines was more touched than anything. She felt lucky to have a man's complete trust. She smiled softly and whispered, "You're always so arrogant. But I must've had good luck when leaving the house today."

Ethan laughed, "It's not that you had good luck when leaving the house, it's that you had good luck when marrying me."