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After sending Kaitlyn back, Cordelia sat in the living room, deep in thought. She then recounted the day’s events to
Zephyr.
Upon hearing it, Zephyr furrowed his brows.
Both of them felt that something was off, that there was an illogical aspect to it, but they could not quite pinpoint
what exactly was amiss.
“If Kaitlyn is truly plotting to gain control of the assets of either the Thompsons or our family…” Zephyr said in a low
voice, “Then why didn’t she collude with Melvin while he was around? Why would she advise Renee not to seize
things from Pammy?”
“Exactly.” Cordelia nodded. “Back then, Melvin had complete authority, and we couldn’t ascertain for sure if Renee
was Pammy. That should’ve been the best opportunity!”
“She didn’t ask for money back then, and now she wants to secure benefits for her daughter?” Zephyr chuckled
lightly. “This is all very strange!”
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtCordelia fell into silence, glancing at her two sons.
The eldest was engrossed in work, diligently handling business affairs on his laptop.
The second son was lounging on the sofa, absorbed in a mobile game.
Cordelia pursed her lips and slapped Toph’s leg. “Get up!”
Toph jumped up with a yelp, innocently staring at his mother. “I’m about to finish! Mom, this is a nationwide ranking
match!”
“Almost getting married, and all you care about is games?” Zephyr’s eyes widened even more than Toph’s. “Can
you make a living playing games?”
“Of course.” Toph smiled and moved to his father’s side, wrapping an arm around his neck. “Dad, I’m a professional
esports player now. I earn quite a bit after a match! My next goal is to become a gaming commentator. With my
expertise, I won’t earn any less than my brother!”
“You…” Zephyr was left huffing.
Thinking about the Hamertons’ history of serving as high-ranking officials or generals for generations, with women
also making significant contributions in various fields, how did they come to this with Toph focusing his
achievements on gaming?
Zephyr suddenly remembered Yale, his elder cousin. He was a disgrace to the family. Could Toph be following in his
uncle’s footsteps in wasting his time on trivial things?
“Dad, are you okay?” Toph stared at Zephyr’s rapidly changing expression. “Are you having a heart attack? Should I
call Aunt Zennie?”
“Get away!” Zephyr felt he would have a heart attack if he continued speaking to his son.
“Dad, you need to embrace new things.” Zuko smiled, closed his laptop, and sat beside Toph. “Toph’s the first
esports player in the whole family, which fills a void!
“Moreover, what Toph says is true. If he becomes famous through gaming, he won’t earn any less than me. And
he’ll bring honor to the country in the future if he competes internationally! When he returns triumphantly, he’ll be
a hero for the national team!”
Toph was so moved that he almost hugged Zuko.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏm“Those who gave birth to me are my parents, and the one who understands me is Zuko!”
Zephyr snorted lightly, laughing as he looked at his two sons.
Usually, the two of them were always fighting each other, but they were surprisingly united when it came to
challenging their father!
“You two rascals!”
“Alright, stop interrupting, you guys!” Cordelia scowled as she was constantly interrupted by the three men.
Thankfully, they all became obedient when she glared at them. They gathered around her and waited for her to
continue.
This time, Toph was closest to her, sitting on the carpet in front of the sofa, massaging her legs.
“Mom, I overheard your conversation earlier.” Toph smiled. “But I don’t think it’s a big issue, right? Aunt Kaitlyn
probably just wants to leave a little more for Renee. It’s only human nature!”
“If that’s the case, she should leave her own things!” Zuko shot his brother a sidelong glance. “What’s the point of
asking about your shares? Or about Grandpa Rowan’s and Grandma Janine’s family assets? And why ask about
mom’s jewelry box?”
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