They would never have a chance to rise again in this lifetime. Hearing Susie's words, Raelynn's gaze flickered, but she didn't show any intention of stopping or refuting her. "Susie," Julie called her name in disapproval, but she didn't know how to argue with her. Her feelings for Stephen were never because of who he was. Stephen was gentle and gentlemanly, always thoughtful and considerate of her. Although he was a bit distant toward her now, his past gentleness had already been ingrained in Julie's heart. Whether Stephen was rich or not, whatever his status was, Julie's feelings for him would not change. She wished to become his legal wife. Even if they had to live in poverty and work hard together to support themselves, she would still be willing. Julie agreed with Rosie's words. They had their own hands and feet, so of course they could make a living on their own. During their time at the Yarbrough Residence, Julie had gone out countless times looking for work. She really didn't want to rely on anyone else to live. Even if the salary was low, as long as it could cover their basic needs, she was willing. But for some reason, no matter how many times she went out to job hunt, she never succeeded. Her rich management experience never got a chance to be used. That fact made Julie feel incredibly stifled. If it weren't for her attachment to Stephen, she definitely would have chosen to stay in South City without hesitation. But her feelings for Stephen had ultimately overcome her desire to be independent and self-reliant. Rosie looked at Susie, and she couldn't believe what she was hearing. "Susie, can't you see? The Yarbrough family doesn't welcome us at all!" As she said this, Rosie turned to look at Raelynn and Julie. "Mom, we only depended on others before because we had no choice. Now that we finally have the chance to break away from the Yarbrough family, what are you all hesitating for?" Rosie frowned hard, unable to understand what her mother was thinking. Raelynn froze at the question. Her lips moved slightly, but she didn't know how to respond to Rosie. After a long while, Raelynn finally said softly, "Susie isn't entirely wrong." She didn't finish her sentence, but Rosie instantly understood what she meant. She looked at the two of them in disbelief. "Mom! How could we think that way!" Taking a deep breath, Rosie tried to calm her emotions. Rosie spoke seriously with as calm a tone as she could manage, "Mom, Susie, I understand you want to marry into a good family, but we have nothing now! Marriage is about being evenly matched! With our current status, which is homeless and broke, how could we possibly marry into a powerful family? Even if we do marry into one, would our lives really be good? Would we be able to hold onto our happiness?" Rosie analyzed everything word by word, just hoping the three of them could see things clearly and face reality. Julie was affected when she heard this. Rosie had pointed out exactly what Julie was worried about. In front of Stephen, no matter how hard she tried to hide it, deep down, she felt inferior. That was why she wanted so badly to find a job and prove her own value because she didn't want Stephen to think she was just a girl who relied on others. Stephen had never made their relationship public, and that had always bugged her. She had tried to ask Stephen about it, but he always avoided the question. Hence, Julie didn't dare to ask again. Rosie suddenly looked toward Julie. There was a trace of sympathy in her eyes, but she still spoke. She sat down in front of Julie and softened her voice, "I understand your feelings for Mr. Stephen, but you've been dating for so long, and he hasn't shown the slightest intention of making it public! Even in the Yarbrough family, they've never treated you like Mr. Stephen's girlfriend. Isn't that enough to show his attitude?" Rosie tried to keep her tone as gentle as possible. She had seen everything Julie had done for Stephen during this time. Julie was too close to the situation to see clearly. However, as an outsider, Rosie could see it all. Her foolish sister was always so capable and smart, but when it came to love, she was so passive and so foolish. Julie had done so much for Stephen. She, who had never touched housework in her life, learned to cook just because she heard that the way to a man's heart was through his stomach To make a bowl of soup he liked, Julie had ruined her once soft fingers beyond recognition.