Chapter 417 Then I'll Take It Seriously
Why did he bring this up? This was a classic case of someone stirring the pot just for fun. Josephine quickly said, "Gerald, go wash your hands and get ready for dinner!"
Gerald raised an eyebrow, stopped teasing Stuart, and went to the bathroom.
Jeffery looked at Stuart in shock. "Dad, you're an adult, and you're still getting into fights?"
Josephine said, "Jeffery, it's not what you think. In any case, your dad wouldn't fight for no reason, but it's definitely not good to get physical."
"That depends on the situation," Stuart said. "As a man, you need to be responsible and stand up for yourself. It's one thing if someone bullies you, but you can't let them bully the people around you, understand?"
Jeffery asked, "The people around me?"
Stuart said, "Family, friends, loved ones—anyone you want to cherish and protect. No one else can bully them."
"I understand."
Dinner was ready soon. Before eating, Josephine went to wash her hands, and Ulysses quietly followed her, asking, "Josephine, did Stuart really get into a fight? Why?"
"Why do you want to know?"
"I'm curious," Ulysses said. "I always thought only boys our age would get hot-headed and fight."
"Because that person deserved it, so he fought," Josephine said, drying her hands. "And you, if you ever get into a fight, are you looking to get beaten up?"
"Josephine!" Ulysses quickly pleaded, "I was wrong, I was wrong."
"That's more like it," Josephine said. "Fighting is not a good thing, and he fought because the other person was wrong, and he can take responsibility for his actions. As for you, don't even think about it!"
"I know, I won't fight!"
Josephine thought Gerald should reflect on himself, talking about fighting in front of Ulysses.
However, the meal went relatively smoothly.
Stuart was finally satisfied. After dinner, he didn't dare stay long, mainly because he was afraid Nicole would find him annoying. If it were up to him, he wouldn't want to leave.
To leave a good impression on Nicole, he suggested leaving shortly after dinner. Josephine came out to see him off.
At the door, she asked, "Still nervous?"
Stuart said, "It would be a lie to say I'm not. I always feel like your mom is about to kick me out any second."
"How could that be?" Josephine laughed. "Since my mom invited you, it means she approves of you."
"Really?" Stuart couldn't help but smile. "Then I'll take it seriously."
"Go ahead."
Stuart reached out to hug her. "Josephine, I'm so happy."
"Then don't get into fights so easily," Josephine said. "The guy you met today couldn't beat you. But what if the next person is stronger?"
"No way, I'm very strong."
"Just afraid of the unexpected. What if he's stronger? What if he has a weapon?"
"Josephine, I'll take it as you caring about me."
"I am." Josephine pushed him away. "You should go now."
"I don't want to go." Stuart looked at her. "How about we go on a date?"
Josephine asked, "Where to?"
"I'll take you to my place first, you can take a nap, and then we can go see a movie in the afternoon. How about that?"
Josephine was tempted. She thought, since Stuart came to the house today, the family would definitely have some opinions. So, she said, "How about tonight? We can go out for dinner."
"Alright." Stuart left, not daring to kiss Josephine before he left. After all, in public, he was afraid Josephine's family would see.
When Josephine returned, Nicole and Gerald were indeed waiting for her in the living room.
Nicole said, "Why did it take so long? If you didn't come back, I would have thought you sent him home."
Josephine sat next to her. "We just talked a bit. Mom, what do you think of him?"
Nicole tapped her forehead. "He's fine, fine, very fine. Are you satisfied now?"
Josephine couldn't stop laughing.
Gerald said, "From any perspective, Stuart is impeccable. But Josephine, you also need to think it through. Getting back together is hard; it's not just about saying it."
Nicole also said, "Yes, in a marriage, the most important thing is not the initial feelings but the long-term adjustment and companionship. You two are planning to spend a lifetime together. Now, you both want to show your best sides, but eventually, your true selves will come out."
"I know, Mom," Josephine said. "I have confidence in him and in myself."
"Good." Nicole patted her hand. "That's all I have to say. Just remember, home is always your support." Nicole was also tired and went to her room to nap after sitting for a while.
Josephine turned to Gerald. "Gerald, why did you talk about fighting in front of the kids?"
"They're boys, what's there to be afraid of?" Gerald said. "Boys need to be brave."
"But you can't... never mind, I told them not to fight. How are things with Kathy?"
"Kathy? What about her?"
Josephine asked, "You haven't been in touch?"
Gerald said, "Why would she contact me? I heard your friend helped her get her money back?"
"Most of it," Josephine said. "But Kathy is already very satisfied."
Gerald said, "This matter is being processed and will be resolved soon. There's a dedicated person handling it, so Kathy doesn't need to contact me."
"Gerald, I really think Kathy is great."
Gerald looked at her. "Why do you have such a good impression of her? Did she ask you to put in a good word for her because she likes me?"
"Gerald, you're quite narcissistic," Josephine said. "Kathy is not bad either, okay?"
Gerald said, "Alright, alright, I can't argue with you."
Both went to their rooms to nap. Josephine took out her phone and saw that Kathy had sent her a message.
The matter was almost resolved, and Kathy wanted to invite Josephine to dinner to thank her in person.
Josephine indeed had a good impression of her and wanted to be friends, so they set a time.
Around five in the afternoon, Stuart arrived outside The Clarence Villa and called Josephine.
Josephine quickly came out and got in the car. Stuart asked her, "What do you want to eat?"
"I feel like having Mexican food," Josephine said. "It never tastes the same at home." Besides, the elderly and kids at home prefer milder flavors.
"I know a restaurant with great food," Stuart said, starting the car. "I'll take you there."
When a person was with someone they like, everything seemed enjoyable. The food at this place was great, or maybe it just tasted better because Josephine was with Stuart.
After dinner, neither of them wanted to go home. Stuart held her hand as they walked along the street. After chatting for a while, he said, "I've contacted a psychologist."
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