Chapter 4008
Mrs. Brown sighed dramatically. “Sonny, we’re leaving now. But remember, if you ever want something to eat, just call us. We’ll buy it and bring it over. And don’t forget to visit us on the weekends, okay?”
Sonny stayed silent, refusing to respond.
Annoyed, Mrs. Brown shot Duncan a venomous glare. “You think you can just push people around because you’ve got power? Let’s see how long that lasts. Bah!” She spat on the ground before her husband dragged her away, muttering under his breath.
Duncan stood motionless, his face an unreadable mask of cold anger as he watched them disappear.
“Uncle Duncan, don’t be upset,” Sonny said softly, tugging on Duncan’s hand to get his attention. His childish voice carried a surprising note of wisdom. “That’s just how my grandma is. I remember when Lucas wanted to take my toys, and I cried because I didn’t want to give them to him. My mom stopped him, but grandma wouldn’t let it go. She yelled at my mom for the longest time. I still remember it.”
The little boy’s words struck a chord with Duncan. Even at just two years old, Sonny had endured the unfairness and favoritism of his grandparents.
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