Ivy looked at him. The other person was polite, so she couldn't directly say something unpleasant to refuse. Instead, she smiled as an implicit agreement to the matter.
In the study, Henry Sullivan sat across from Russell Miller at the desk, each holding a small cup of tea.
Henry Sullivan looked a bit serious, "Dad, I'm actually quite hesitant about this matter.
I remember telling you before that I really like the military profession.
But now, I blame myself for being useless. As a soldier, I can defend my country and provide my skills and abilities to the nation, but I can't protect my own wife.
I feel like... I've really become disheartened now."
"Your wife is an independent person; she doesn't need anyone's protection.
Of course, as a husband, you should indeed balance the relationship between your wife and mother.
I've interacted with your mom before and know her personality. Ivy indeed suffered grievances from her in your family.
