Sophia's expression shifted slightly, but she relaxed upon realizing that Ryan wasn't being sarcastic.
She had always shared the same impression of Ryan as her younger sister: an honest but taciturn person with a kind heart, albeit a bit dull. She never imagined that Ryan could change so drastically after gaining the system. Or perhaps, this meticulous nature was Ryan's true self all along.
Sophia chimed in to assist, "Exactly, what's the point of a dowry? We marry off daughters, not sell them. When I got married, your brother-in-law didn't pay for it either."
Hearing this, Liam's expression darkened. He angrily lit a cigarette, visibly annoyed.
However, no one paid attention to him at this moment. Olivia continued with a smile, "That's right, having a live-in son-in-law is more intimate. Your father is often absent, so you're the man of the house, the backbone of this family."
"People always laugh at me for not having sons, but you're my son."