Chapter 663 Are You Planning to Reconcile with My Mom?
"I don't know if you're up for it, but I really hope you can join me at the premiere," Ava said, her voice tinged with uncertainty.
Violet remained silent, so Ava pressed on, "Violet, I know I've messed up as a mother-in-law, and I want to make things right. Please, give me a chance."
Ava had once been fixated on finding a daughter-in-law with a prestigious background, driven by her own upbringing. She had neglected her son's feelings in the process.
The Hall family no longer needed to rely on arranged marriages to sustain their business and reputation. What mattered most now was her son's happiness.
"There's a lot of misunderstanding about us out there. I know you've been under a lot of pressure lately, so this premiere is a good opportunity. I want people to see that you're doing well in the Hall family."
No one looked down on her, and no one cared about her background.
Ava's words were heartfelt, not self-serving. Violet was touched and, after a moment of thought, nodded and said, "Alright, thank you for inviting me."
She didn't want the Hall Group's reputation to be tarnished by rumors either.
"We're family, no need to thank me," Ava said, delighted by Violet's agreement. She took Violet's hand and added, "Violet, just call me Mom from now on. Otherwise, it feels too distant."
Violet's mother had passed away, and now the Hall family was her family, with Ava as her mother.
Violet felt a wave of emotion and nodded gently.
If Ava truly accepted her and her child, she would gradually let Ava get to know Nicole and Henry.
"So, it's settled. You'll come to the premiere?" Ava reminded her, worried she might forget.
Violet nodded firmly. "Yes, I will."
She was happy to do something for the Hall family. Since marrying into the family, she had enjoyed their love and care but hadn't done much in return. How could she repay Brady's affection otherwise?
"By the way, it's almost lunchtime. Shall we have lunch together?" Ava said gently.
Violet glanced at her watch. It was indeed almost lunchtime.
"Sure, I'll join you for lunch."
"Let's go." Ava, pleased that Violet didn't refuse, naturally took her hand, and they walked out of the company lobby together.
As soon as they stepped outside, the staff who had asked Ava for an autograph earlier gathered to gossip. "Violet is so lucky. Her husband is Mr. Hall, and her mother-in-law is a big star. It's so enviable."
"Yeah, Ava seems to treat her well, not like the rumors online."
"Didn't the internet say she stabbed Ava? Shows you can't trust everything you read online."
"Of course, a lot of news online is made up."
"I'm so jealous of Violet. Having a celebrity mother-in-law must be so cool."
"Definitely. If it were me, I'd be smiling in my sleep."
After a bit of gossip, the staff went back to work, while Violet and Ava headed to a nearby upscale restaurant.
Ava was a regular at this restaurant. The manager recognized her immediately and warmly led them to her usual VIP window seat.
Once seated, Ava didn't wait for the waiter to pull out the chair. She kindly pulled out a chair for Violet herself.
Then she told the manager, "Could you ask the chef to prepare something nutritious? A soup that would be good for someone who's pregnant."
The manager looked momentarily confused, wondering who was expecting. When Ava added, "Nothing too heavy or greasy, please—she needs to be careful about what she eats right now," the manager realized it was the young woman with Ava who was pregnant.
The manager, not being much of an internet user, didn't know Violet was Ava's daughter-in-law and assumed she was a friend. "Don't worry, Ava. I'll inform the chef."
"Good." Ava sat down and handed the menu to Violet. "Violet, see if there's anything else you'd like."
"Let me take a look." Violet didn't stand on ceremony and took the menu to browse.
As she was deciding, Brady texted her: [Did my mom invite you to lunch?]
Violet glanced at the message. Nothing escaped her husband's notice: [Yes, we're at Greenwood Restaurant.]
Brady: [Are you planning to make peace with my mom?]
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