Chapter 68 A Grandmother’s Wisdom

• Tears welled up in Clara's eyes in an instant. No wonder… How could someone be so heartless?
• "Ryan’s resentment toward women might have started here," Teresa said softly. "And later, when his father remarried and had more children, Ryan became even lonelier. Maybe it was because of those experiences that he’s always been so hard on himself. From a young age, he demanded excellence. Once he set his mind on something, he could go days and nights without sleep to achieve it. Even with his busy schedule, he’s never given up exercising. It’s not just a hobby—it’s his way of making himself stronger, both physically and mentally. By the time he was fourteen, he was already unbeatable in fights; he was always the one throwing punches."
• Her eyes gleamed with pride. Then, as if remembering something, she added, "Don’t be scared by what I’m saying. Ryan rarely resorts to violence unless he’s pushed to the limit, even with people he can’t stand. Deep down, he inherited his mother’s refinement and grace. He’s always been well-mannered and cultured. Whatever his flaws may have been in the past, he’s even more controlled now. Perhaps it’s thanks to his mother’s upbringing in those first three years. That traumatic year didn’t completely ruin him, after all."