The Enigmatic Return (Neera and Jean) novel Chapter 1417

Chapter 1417

In the midst of their conversation, Wilfrid pulled out a card from his pocket and handed it to Maggie. “There are several thousand dollars on this card. It should be enough to cover your medical expenses and also suffice for your living costs for a while.”

When Maggie saw the card, her eyes lit up, but then she felt puzzled.

She quickly lifted her head and asked him, “Where did the money in your card come from?”

Wilfrid’s reaction was quite calm as he spoke the truth. “This is the money I’ve earned from working at the coffee shop near school. It’s not ill-gotten wealth, so you don’t have to worry. Feel free to spend it. From now on, every two months, I’ll also send some money home. It should be enough to cover your living expenses.”

Upon hearing that, Maggie immediately became angry. “How did you end up working at a coffee shop? Aren’t you supposed to be in school? Who allowed you to make such a big decision on your own? Why didn’t you discuss it with us at home? Your father and I don’t approve of this at all. You must go there and quit immediately! It’s absurd to neglect your studies and go out to work!”

Nigel also roared at him in anger. “Why are you working at such a young age instead of focusing on your studies? At your age, you should be diligently studying in school. We are counting on you to excel in your college entrance exams. There’s no need for you to work. Quit your job immediately. If I find out you’re still there, washing dishes and serving water, I may break your legs!”

Wilfrid’s gaze was indifferent, shifting from his father to his mother, his eyes filled with determination. “Mom, Dad, I’ve turned eighteen this year. I’m capable of living and working independently. I don’t need anyone to guide me in whatever I do, and I consider my own decisions. I came to the decision to work after careful consideration. As for my studies, you don’t have to worry. I can handle it myself. So far, there are no signs of my academic performance declining. I’ve always been at the top of my class, and you can rest assured about that. I know our family’s condition isn’t so bad that I need to work. However, I want to do this. From now on, every penny I spend will be earned by my own hands and feet, through legitimate labor, not through the charity of others.”

“Are you suggesting that we are giving you charity?”

“If you ask my sister for money to fund my education, to me, that’s charity. I absolutely refuse to use that money, so stop bothering her. This is the last time I’m telling you this. If I find out you’ve troubled her again, then…”

Before he could finish his sentence, Maggie and Nigel exchanged a glance, understanding his intentions.

Nigel was instantly infuriated, raising his voice to yell at his son. “What? Do you want to sever ties with us? To think you would abandon your own parents for a stranger!”

“That’s not what I meant.” Wilfrid frowned.