Chapter 4880
Leonidas rubbed his temples. “And my in-laws care a lot about appearances. Their daughter and son-in-law are rich, live in a mansion, drive luxury cars—they love to brag about it.
“They take on all sorts of obligations to impress people, then dump them on us to handle. I honestly don’t know how to get my wife to stop supporting those relatives.”
He let out a long sigh. “Back then, the most anyone lent us was ten thousand dollars—some even less. But over the years, we’ve repaid them not just thousands, but hundreds of thousands… even millions.
“We’ve helped with tuition, exam celebrations, wedding gifts—you name it. And instead of gratitude, all it’s done is make them lazy. They just eat, drink, and play, never wanting to improve themselves. Whenever they need money, they come running back.”
River said calmly, “They’re just jealous of your success. You and your wife should put on a little act—tell them Yantail’s in financial trouble and on the verge of bankruptcy.
“Ask them to repay their loans or even help you through the crisis. Let’s see if they’re so generous when you’re supposedly broke. When they refuse, your wife will finally see their true colors and stop feeling obligated.”
Leonidas thought for a moment, then nodded slowly. “That’s actually a good idea. I’ll rent an old place and move the family there for a few days. When the kids go to school, my wife and I can visit her parents’ home.
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teri mccoy
Enough let’s get these weddings done, I expect a beautiful wedding for River and there are a couple more York’s that are ready to marry. You are writing about nothing by, your father lying words ona page.
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