"Mom, do you really think I'm that naive?"

“Am I wrong?"

Bettie was at a loss for words. “You're overthinking it. Why on earth would he trick me?"

Then, in a softer tone, Bettie added, "Mom, he's promised that once we're married, he'll join my dad's company and help me make connections."

"Is that why you're with him?" Amirah, taken aback and concerned, pressed, "Bettie, please don't be foolish. I might not want to lose the company, but your happiness in marriage tops everything. Don't play games."