Chapter 42: Precautionary Measures
Kiera smiled at Old Madam Liu as she slightly bowed to thank Old Lady for letting her speak.
She hoped it turned out well and they could accept her simple explanation.
"First of all, our family would like to thank the Lius for inviting us to your home and for the warm welcome and dinner," Keira said as an introduction.
"My parents had great respect for the Liu Family and have mentioned to me how the family stands tall under Old Madam Liu’s heading and I’m really impressed. Whoever it is that joins your family, I believe it will be such a great honor for that person. However, I have to be direct as the main person involved, I do not agree on this arranged marriage." Keira paused and looked at Madam Liu closely whose smile suddenly disappeared and was replaced by an arched eyebrow.
"Did I hear it right? Are you turning down our family’s good offer?" Old Madam Liu asked, her voice became slightly sharp but she remained calm and controlled herself.
Jeru who was silent all the time murmured, "But why?"
Keira did not want to be rude. As much as possible she wanted the evening to end up with pleasant talks but she was going to do the whole talking on behalf of her parents because she was the one involved.
She sighed and looked directly at Jeru with a blank expression, "I am sorry, Jeru, but I don’t like the arranged marriage set-up. I will only marry for love and not because my family wants it or arranged it for me. It is I who will get married not them. It is my life and I want to decide on things on my own."
Old Madam Liu was beginning to redden. ’How dare this brat reject us like this.’
With her calm voice, Old Madam Liu said, "Child, you can learn to love my grandson with time. Love can be developed. This is how our society runs. Families agree for marriages for their own protection and safety and to maintain the balance of the family name and reputation."