14

"Bi, don't praise me too much. I'm afraid I might float away from your compliments," Veronica teased.

"I'm not praising you, dear. I'm just expressing my feelings."

"Is that so?"

"Yes..."

"In that case, I want to ask for something, Bi."

"What do you want to ask for, dear?"

"I want to move out of this apartment, Bi. I want to live in my parents' house, even though a wife should live with her husband."

Frans wanted to know the reason before giving his approval. He didn't mind moving out of the apartment as long as there was a valid reason.

"I don't want you to spend a lot of money on rent for this apartment, Bi. I'm sure the rent is very expensive. Besides, I miss my parents. If I live at home, I can still feel their presence around me."

Frans listened to Veronica's explanation and contemplated for a moment. "Very well, dear. If that's what you want, we can look for a bigger and more comfortable house together. My top priority is making you happy."

Frans fell silent for a moment. Rentin