Chapter 857

"You—!" Doris was so furious at Lily that it messed with her breathing. Nicholas quickly stepped in, "Mom, why don't you and Lily have a proper talk? I'll go check with the doctor about your condition…" "Don't move!" Doris snapped, her anger swerving toward Nicholas. "I raised her all by myself, gave her everything I could, and now this is how she treats me. Tell me, do you think the bride price is something that can be ignored? I'm not even saying I won't give her a dowry, I just want to see some respect from your family! Is that too much?" Nicholas froze for a beat—man, was this a trap question? "Uh… I think the bride price should definitely be there. Of course, depending on what each family can handle. It's a symbol of commitment, a sign that I truly mean to build a life with her. And it's also a gesture of respect to you, her mother." He sounded like he was trying to win extra credit from his elementary school teacher. Doris seemed to calm down a little. She looked at him, and for