Chapter 30

Meanwhile, Joyce who had been in the kitchen stepped into the living room and saw Dave still standing there.

She folded her arms, glaring at him with a smirk.

“You know, loser,” she began, her voice laced with disdain, “you’re like a toad lusting after a swan. Do you really think someone like you has any chance with someone like my daughter? It’s pathetic, really. You should just give up while you’re ahead.”

Dave’s expression didn’t change, but there was a glint in his eyes as he listened to her words.

Joyce continued, her voice growing colder.

“My ideal son-in-law is someone like Jerry, Ava's friend. He’s successful, wealthy, and comes from a respectable family.

He’s everything you’re not. So, do yourself a favour and stop this ridiculous charade! You’re out of your league!”

Before Dave could respond, the sound of heavy footsteps echoed through the hallway.

Greg, Ava’s father, entered the living room, his presence commanding immediate attention.

He had come back into the livin