"No..."
Gladyce understood what Mr. Bai meant and shook her head in horror. "No, Mr. Bai."
"Listen to me."
Xi Bai held Gladyce's cheeks, his eyes bloodshot.
"Gladyce, I've been with my mother since I was young. I've never had a happy day. She's always been a mistress. Everyone looks down on me and belittled me until I meet you."
"Bai Pan." Gladyce choked with sobs.
Xi Bai raised his head and laughed. "Ever since my mother passed away, you've been taking care of me. But, Gladyce... I know that I'm a burden to you!"
"No, it's not like that." Gladyce clenched her fists.
"It's not like that. To me... you're my only family!"
"I'm content to hear you say that."
Xi Bai smiled with tears in his eyes.
"Gladyce, listen up. I've done everything for this man. It has nothing to do with you! I'm a cripple. I've been like this for the rest of my life. I'll be a burden to you if I live! But, Gladyce, you're different..."
He choked with sobs several times.