A Life Beyond Limits novel Chapter 266

"Ultimately, Phillip's vision was too narrow. He lost the ambition to climb higher up the ladder after reaching the director level. It was then that I finally believed my parents to be right—a person's background shaped their perspective. No matter how talented someone is, they won't amount to anything if their vision is too narrow!" Clarice said.

Jack was intelligent enough to understand what she meant. She came from an affluent family, while Phillip was an ordinary man. Perhaps the life he thought was successful enough was only the beginning for her.

Once a person lost their ambition and motivation, they would also lose their capabilities. This belief was enough to prove how arrogant Clarice was.

When Jack didn't say anything, she abruptly switched subjects and asked, "Besides, do you really know Bella? Do you know what her hobbies are? Can you afford them? She's passionate about traveling—I prepare a travel fund for her every summer so she can explore the world and expand her horizons.

"She also has high standards for the places she stays in—she only chooses the best hotels in the countries she goes to, and she's stayed there more than once. In fact, this restaurant…"

She gestured at the menu. "You might think this is an expensive meal, but it's nothing out of the ordinary for Bella."

Jack frowned. He didn't expect Bella to come from such a wealthy family.

Clarice's tone became slightly disdainful when she saw his reaction. "I'm not trying to bring you down or brag about anything, young man. The fact that you got into Alnewgo University is enough to prove your abilities. I just want you to know you and Bella come from different worlds. There's no way you can afford her expensive lifestyle."

She thought her words were enough to make him give up and back down, but his expression turned resolute as he said, "I can."

She scoffed. "If you two continue to be together, I'll cut off all of Bella's financial support."

When the time came, Jack would understand the difficulties of not having any money. Clarice was positive he and Bella didn't have a future together.

He remained unwavering, though. His tone even took on a hint of scorn as he said, "If that's all you have to say, Mrs. Cole, I should get going."