BXBX NOVEL Chapter 442: 163: His person, he dotes on them_2
Chapter 442: 163: His person, he dotes on them_2
Easy to deceive.
The more they said they didn’t want Rachel’s money and didn’t want to trouble her, the more anxious Rachel became.
For someone like Rachel, you can’t be too aggressive.
After abruptly hanging up on Beatrice, Gregory panicked, “Why did you hang up the phone?”
With the call ended, how could Rachel listen to his act?
However, Beatrice appeared unfazed, smiling and saying, “Gregory, believe it or not, I’ll count to three, and she’ll call back.”
Gregory was clearly skeptical.
Beatrice began to count down, “Watch, three, two…”
Just as she counted to ‘one,’ the phone rang.
But Beatrice had no intention of answering the call.
Seeing Beatrice ignoring the phone, Gregory tried to pick up the receiver, but Beatrice held his hand and said, “Don’t answer so quickly. Let her worry first.”
Gregory was slightly anxious, “What if she doesn’t call again?”
“No worries, she will,” Beatrice reassured him.
Gregory could only listen to Beatrice.
The phone kept ringing.
Rachel on the other end was genuinely anxious.
Her face turned pale.
The third time she called, Beatrice finally answered, “Sweetie.”
“Mom, what’s going on? Why haven’t you been answering my calls?”
Beatrice feigned nonchalance, “It’s nothing, sweetie. I heard high school senior year is crucial. Our family hasn’t produced a college graduate yet, so you must work hard and get into a good university.”
“I won’t let you down,” Rachel’s voice was firm. “But, Mom, what’s going on? Can you tell me?”
“It’s an adult matter. You don’t need to worry about it.”
“But I’m also a part of this family. I have the right to know!” Rachel wanted to do something for her family. After all, her parents had traveled a long way to see her, even using their limited savings. As their daughter, she should do her part.
“Do you and Dad need money?”
Upon hearing this, Beatrice’s face broke into a smile.
Mission accomplished!
She knew Rachel was a fool!
Beatrice continued, “We don’t need money. Your dad and I can still work, and even though we don’t earn much, it’s enough to get by. You don’t have to worry, child.”
Rachel sighed, understanding her mother’s feelings.
To avoid worrying their daughter, they chose to hide the truth.
They were both almost sixty.
If they were in the city, they would be retired and enjoying life.
But her parents were still toiling day and night.
The thought of it made Rachel’s heart ache.
Although they hadn’t raised her, they didn’t lose her on purpose.
Her parents had given her life, and she should repay them.
Rachel asked, “Mom, how much does our family owe?”
Beatrice didn’t respond.
Rachel continued, “Mom, I’m your daughter and a part of this family too. I hope you can tell me the truth.”
Hearing this, Beatrice burst into tears, “Girl, your dad and I really can’t drag you down. We lost you for so many years, and we just want you to have a better life, not to be burdened by us! Please don’t worry about this, your dad and I will handle it ourselves.”
Overwhelmed by her mother’s words, Rachel couldn’t breathe and burst into tears as well.
Beatrice continued, “Don’t cry, sweetie. Your dad and I know you’re a good girl.”
“Mom, I have some spare money here. Give me your bank account number, and I’ll send the money to you right away.”
Beatrice squinted her eyes. She knew this girl must have had some money hidden away!
“No need, sweetie. You’re not living an easy life either,” she paused, “Besides, you can’t fill the huge hole in our family’s finances. Your top priority now is to take care of yourself.”
“Mom, how much do we owe in total?” Rachel pressed.
Beatrice sighed, “Fifty thousand.”
“That much?” Rachel was also somewhat anxious. “I have a little less than 10,000 in cash on hand, but don’t worry, I’ll try to borrow some from friends.”
“Girl, please don’t bother yourself with our problems!”
“Mom, we’re family. Give me Dad’s account number.”
After hanging up, Rachel wondered who to borrow the money from.
Viola Thompson was not an option.
Viola was already upset with her parents. If she knew about this, she definitely wouldn’t lend the money.