"Nora, dear, love isn't something that can be forced or controlled. Let things unfold naturally. Trust in the bonds we share as a family. Jealousy and suspicion will only drive people away."
Nora, still holding onto her insecurity, glared at her mother, unconvinced by Madeline's words.
Madeline, determined to impart some wisdom to her daughter, continued the conversation with Nora in the secluded room.
"Darling, relationships are delicate matters. Trust, understanding, and respect form the foundation," Madeline began, her voice gentle yet firm. "You cannot guard someone's affection like a prized possession. It's a two-way street. If Nexus and Tiffany are meant to be, interfering won't change the outcome."
Nora crossed her arms, maintaining her defensive stance. "But Mother, Tiffany is always around him. What if he falls for her?"
