A single mother pretends to be broke so she can find a good-hearted father figure for her daughter, testing suitors by hiding her true circumstances. Most men walk away once they think she has nothing—but a humble deliveryman stays, and their unlikely bond grows into something real.
The next day, Mom dressed us both in worn-out clothes and knocked Uncle Daniel's Uncle Daniel was surprised to see us. Eliza, what are you two doing here? And why are you dressed like that? I gave him a sweet smile and begged.
Uncle Daniel, Mom went broke and we lost our home. Can we stay with you? Uncle Daniel had always spoiled me, so I was sure he'd say yes. But before I could finish, he shouted in shock. What? You went bankrupt?
Mom nodded, putting a worried look. Yes, Daniel. Lily and I have nowhere to go. Didn't you always say you wanted to marry me? If you'll take us in, I'll marry you right now.
Mom reached for his sleeve, but he quickly backed away. Stay away from me! Don't get my clothes dirty! Mom's hand froze and her expression changed. Daniel, what do you mean? You used to say you loved me every day.
Now that we're broke, you can't even stand to have me touch you? He brushed off his sleeve with a look of disgust, as if even touching her had dirtied Now you know the truth. You're broke, and you still came to me? What, do you think my house is a charity?
You used to be the godmother of the Moretti family. I chased you for years, and you still wouldn't marry me. Now that you've lost everything, you suddenly remember me? Let me make this clear.
I wanted the powerful Moretti godmother, not a woman who has nothing left.