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Eleanor reclined comfortably in her seat, her face beaming with pride. Tm not sure if Isabelle will be able to get

into university, but Layla assuredthat she’s definitely going to be accepted into Taragon University, right

Layla?”

Without her daughter's constant reminders about keeping her Taragon University admission a secret, she would

have seized the opportunity to flaunt her achievement in front of everyone.

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you serious. Layla? You will get accepted into Taragon University?” William exclaimed, his face beaming with

excitement and surprise.

William saw his children as his hope as someone who had experienced poverty for a significant portion of his life

and had been looked down upon by his wife and brothers. The academic achievements of his son and second

daughter had always been a source of pride for him. For someone from a lower-class background like himself,

seeing his child get into Taragon University and achieve success in the future was the greatest joy.

“I've been studying really hard, Dad, Layla smiled. “I've been working until midnight every day lately. | know all

the questions on the exam, so getting accepted into Taragon University won't be a problem.”

Eleanor sat up even straighter after Layla finished speaking. It was the first tshe had seen such a radiant

glow on her face after so many years of marriage to the Jenkins family.

“Fantastic! Fantastic! This is amazing.” William was so overwhelmed that he was on the verge of tears and felt so

touched that he couldn't utter a word.

Ethan caught Layla’s gaze, and she felt a little guilty.

“Really? Getting into Taragon University is a big deal,” Sean, who occupied the main seat, laughed heartily and

generously. “If you get into Taragon University, I'll give you a big present.”

Layla, who had becthe centre of attention, was secretly thrilled to receive Sean's affirmation. “Thank you,

Uncle Sean.”

Kimberly took apart the stage with displeasure. She couldn't stand Eleanor’s arrogance and quickly retaliated,

“Anyone can talk big. Let's wait until you're in the sposition. It would be amusing if you ended up

humiliating yourself.”

She then focused on Ethan's injury and asked, “How is Ethan's foot doing? With the advances in medical

technology, there might be a chance to cure it in a bigger city. If he’s handicapped for life, how will he find a job

and a partner down the road? This injury will impede his future prospects, even if he gets admitted to a

prestigious university.”

Ethan was taken aback when he sensed his elder’s sudden hostility. It cout of nowhere, and he was left

stunned. His hand under the table balled into a fist in embarrassment.

Kimberly succeeded in hurting Eleanor with her words. Before Eleanor could respond, a light but cold voice spoke

up first.

“If you're so concerned, don’t just talk about it. Cough. Fifteen thousand dollars for my brother's foot treatment,

and he’ll remember your kindness.

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“Four thousand five hundred dollars or seven thousand five hundred dollars will suffice as well.”

Kimberly's family was at a loss for words as Isabelle relentlessly haggled.

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Even though four thousand five hundred dollars or seven thousand five hundred dollars would suffice, she

wouldn't give them a penny. It was too embarrassing for Kimberly to admit that she didn’t have the requested

amount, especially since she was the one who initiated the topic and actively cared.

Kimberly remained silent for quite stime.

Suddenly, Isabelle’s voice turned icy. “If you cannot provide help, do not pretend to care and prod at people's

pain,” she said. “After living for so long, you still lack empathy.”

Her words shocked everyone at the table. William was taken aback. “Isabelle, how could you speak to Kimberly

like that?”

Eleanor and Layla, on the other hand, were secretly pleased. Although they disliked Isabelle, they were still

thrilled by the moment.

“How dare you speak to Kimberly like that? It’s incredibly disrespectful!” Tom slammed the table and stood up,

pointing angrily at Isabelle.

“Eleanor, you should have taught your daughter smanners. She is speaking to her elders in this manner.

Kimberly was even angrier.

“Hmph, what do you expect from a poor family?” sneered Kimberly's son, Michael.

Isabelle nonchalantly rested one hand on the table and leaned against her chair. Her expression was emotionless

as she looked at the three of them, her cold eyes exuding an indescribable and menacing

aura.

William quickly stood up and apologised, saying, “I'm very sorry, Kimberly. Children do not always understand.

Please calm down and don’t take it to heart.”

As Isabelle was about to respond, Ethan, who stood beside her, sensed her unease and whispered her name,

“Isabelle.”

“Why are you feeling nervous? | have no intention of doing anything.” Isabelle flashed a smile at Ethan and

assured him.

“All right, let's eat. It’s not every day that we cstepped in to diffuse the situation.

“gether like this. Sean, who had the most authority,

Even though Kimberly was displeased, she had to give in. She knew that her family’s business depended on

Sean's support

As the dishes were being served, Sean’s daughter noticed Layla secretly taking pictures of the food with her

phone.

She sneered disdainfully at Layla’s actions, but her remark caught Kimberly's attention. Without any hesitation,

Kimberly swifily moved her dish towards Layla and said, “Here, Layla, take a picture of this.

This dish looks fantastic.”

“Let’s wait for the future Taragon University students to take a picture before we start eating.”

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“Don’t worry about it. | understand your family’s situation and how you feel. It's tough for you to eat here. so

don’t feel ashamed”

“Go ahead and keep taking pictures if you want. We're in no rush.”

“I was just messing around, Aunty,” Layla said, her face flushing with embarrassment. She silently reminded

herself to be patient for now.

No one will dare to underestimate her again once she starts her studies at Taragon University,

“We've already had this meal recently. In fact, just a few days ago, we dined at...“Eleanor was just about to

mention that a few days ago, while they were in Taragon City, the head of Taragon University had treated them

to a fancy restaurant that was even more posh than this one.

Unfortunately, before she could finish her words, her daughter Layla gave her a nudge.

Eleanor found herself perplexed. She saw no reason to conceal this wonderful thing, for it was not something to

be ashamed of.

Despite her daughter's repeated warnings, Eleanor, who lacked a formal education, couldn’t quite grasp the

subtleties of the matter and thus remained quiet.

“Hey, what went down a few days ago? You don’t have to pretend to be someone else. Do you even know your

own worth?” Kimberly rolled her eyes and faced Sean, asking, “This meal must have cost a fortune, right?”

“It was only one grand, nothing too crazy, Sean replied, slouching in his chair while patting his bulging stomach,

trying to appear generous.

“One grand!” Kimberly exclaimed.

After Sean revealed the price, Eleanor was surprised.

This wine is a bit expensive, one thousand five hundred dollars per bottle. William, it would help if you tried some

too,” he told the waiter to pour William a glass.

hesitantly:

William stood up the waiter approached and stumbled over his words, “I think Ill pass on this drink. You don’t

have to worry about me.”

“Don’t be silly. Just give it a try. It’s not like it will break the bank, and you always drink that cheap This is a

chance to taste sdelicious wine,” Sean urged.

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“Sean, | appreciate your kind words. Let's raise our glasses to you,” William said, lifting his wine glass. He then

turned to Isabelle, feeling a sense of resignation, and sighed deeply.

Layla couldn't help but chuckleto herself

Before Isabelle could utter a word, Ethan stood up. He confidently announced, “My sister is getting in, no

matter what!”

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Sean chuckled, not wanting to engage in a pointless argument with a child.

Suddenly, a waiter approached the table, diverting everyone's attention. “Excuse me, Miss Jenkins, you finished

the wine at this table. However, we've kept the wine you didn’t finish last time. Would like to have it?” he

inquired softly.

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The entire table, absorbed in their meals, looked up and saw a waiter holding a bottle of red wine, leaning over

and whispering to Isabelle.

This sight left everyone bewildered.

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Ethan felt slightly uncomfortable and awkward when he was addressed as “Mr.” However, he still responded

politely, saying, “Thank you.”

The waiter next to Isabelle asked again, holding the bottle, “Miss Jenkins, would you liketo open this wine for

you?”

Isabelle was surprised that they had kept the wine for her. “You didn’t throw it away?” she asked.

The beautiful waiter in a neat uniform smiled and said, “This wine costs twelve thousand. We wouldn't dare to

dispose of it carelessly.

“I'm sorry to inform you that the red wine you ordered for seven thousand five hundred dollars has already been

decanted and cannot be stored. Therefore, we have had to dispose of it on your behalf.”

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