Chapter 227

Helena was smart. She knew that there were things she couldn't decide alone. But Kent could, and if things blew up, he'd be the one taking the heat. It wasn't easy being the stepmother, and it certainly wasn't an easy role to navigate. "What's there to report to him?" Kent replied. "It's not like he's the one calling the shots in this house right now. Gloria practically grew up under our roof. She's almost like a daughter to us. "You're always bending over backward for that kid. But does he ever appreciate it?" Helena lightly patted his back. "Alright. He's still young. "Look at us. We've lived all these years and still get swept up in our feelings. Imagine how much harder it is for him. "I just don't want him to overthink it and to assume that we're trying to force something between him and Gloria." She made her point clear enough. Kent's stern expression softened slightly. "The Johnson family has always been the most suitable match for us. Gloria grew up with us, and it would