Benny felt a wave of relief wash over him with Lindsey’s change of tone.


    “Of course, I’m happy to see you.


    I know I was wrong in the past.


    I said some harsh things and upset you.


    I won’t do that again.


    Seeing my daughter doing so well now really fills me with pride.


    ”


    Benny couldn’t help but think about Shelia, who had been a disappointment.


    She hadn’t brought him any pride, facing potential jail time and tarnishing his reputation.


    He even worried he might have to support her in the future.


    He thought Shelia was really worthless.


    He had to say, Lindsey was much better.


    Kendra’s expression turned sour upon hearing Benny’s words.


    She sat down next to him, staying silent.


    Lindsey nced at Kendra, then turned to Benny and said, “Dad, Mom’s in the hospital.


    Could you find some time to visit her?”


    Benny was shocked.


    “What happened to your mom?”


    Lindsey’s face turned sorrowful, on the verge of tears.


    “There was a fire at her apartment.


    She… She got trapped inside and is still unconscious.


    The doctors say she might never wake up.


    ”


    Lindsey’s sorrow was notpletely disguised.


    It was a sadness that came from her heart when she mentioned her mother.


    “Why didn’t you tell me something this serious sooner?” Benny got up from the sofa, took a moment to calm himself, then sat back down.


    “How did the fire start all of a sudden?”


    He asked anxiously.


    Kendra, sitting beside him, clenched her fists, her heart sinking.


    She worried Lindsey might be back to expose her to Benny.


    But Kendra knew she wasn’t easy to defeat.


    Without solid proof, Lindsey couldn’t just use her of anything.


    Kendra was taken aback by Lindsey’s response.


    Lindsey, drying her eyes, said softly, “The police said she identally left the stove on while cooking, which led to the fire.


    It was just an ident.


    ”


    Lindsey didn’t bring up Kendra or Marisa in her exnation.


    Benny showed a mix of regret and disappointment at Juanita’s mistake.


    He opened his mouth, struggling to find words, and finally said heavily, “Oh dear.


    I always told her she was too careless, and she’d argue with me about it.


    Now, it seems her carelessness has caused a real problem.


    ”


    Benny shook his head sadly.


    Despite his ulterior motives in their rtionship, his feelings for Juanita had been genuine.


    He was a selfish man, but if he truly loved anyone, it was Juanita.


    Regarding Kendra, he essentially regarded her as a caretaker to ensure hisfort in his old age.


    “Dad!” Lindsey rushed into Benny’s embrace, tears streaming down her face.


    Benny felt a deep sympathy for Lindsey.


    He gently patted her back, offering soothing words, “Don’t cry.


    Your mom may be in aa, but she’s still alive.


    You still have me.


    You can stay at home now, without worry.


    If you face any troubles, just tell me.


    We’re family, we support each other.


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