, Chapter 0157 , Mindy forced a tight smile. If she could actually make money from her copyrights, she wouldn’t have to walt for Miranda to buy t 10 villa, Sensing Mindy’s Impatience, Miranda stepped in. “Uncle Ronald, Aunt Jenny, my mom and I have some things to take care of, so be heading out…” , “Oh, come on, what could be so urgent during Christmas” Jenny interrupted with a sharp tone. , “Miranda, I hate to say this, but you’re almost 30 now. You’re not in school, but you don’t have a job, and there’s no sign of a boyfriend. How many women your age still lean on their parents like this?” , Jenny hadn’t forgotten about the cherry incident. Now that she had a chance, she wasn’t going to let it slip by. “Just look at Jack. He’s already started his own company in Jandersville and has a bright future. “And my dear Quincey–she might not be as ambitious, but she can’t even take care of her own needs. What’s to be done about that?” , “Sometimes I really worry about Lionel and you, Mindy. What did you all get after all the effort you two put into raising a child? A kid who can’t even fend for herself without relying on her parents? , “Not only hasn’t she brought any honor to the family, but she can’t even take care of her own needs. What’s to be done about that?” , Jenny shook her head and threw in a few exaggerated sighs for effect. , Harold, beside her, kept shooting her warning looks, but she acted as if she didn’t notice. , Mindy’s smile faded, and her tone turned indifferent. “Yes, Quincey is really something–getting into the power plant with just an associate degree.” , Jenny seemed oblivious to the jab as her smile grew even more smug. “That’s right! Quincey’s never given us a moment’s trouble. She has always been so obedient and sensible since she was young!” , “Her grandfather already promised that he’ll introduce her to someone in the civil service in a couple of years. She’ll be married to a government official… , , , , Jenny’s voice rose another notch. “I don’t ask for much in this life. We’re not lacking anything. I just hope our family stays healthy and safe!” , “What’s the point of saying all this?” Harold finally couldn’t take it anymore. “Such nonsense… Mindy, I’m sorry. just know when to stop. Please, don’t take it personally. , Jenny wasn’t about to let that go. “Harold, do I need to remind you the boss here? Am I not even allowed to speak now? Everything I said is true, so what are you apologizing for?” , Harold’s face flushed with embarrassment, but he dared not argue further. After all, his comfortable life been handed to him by Jenny’s well–connected family. , Both Jake Sullivan and Hannah Brooks held top positions at the power company, and Harold landed his current job through Jake’s connections. , Harold’s life was easy as he worked for a third–party inspection company contracted by the power plant- he would have just clocked in, clocked out, and coasted through the day. Yet, he still brought home a , Chapter 015? , decent salary every month , His cushy life was all ths to the Sullivan family, andince Jenny was the only dep , better than to cross her , Harold’s silence only fueled Jenny’s irritation. “What’s the matter? You had plenty to say g are you quiet now, Harold’s face darkened. Being scolded by his wife in front of Mindy and trend was wyb Jenny had stripped away what little dignity he had left , But Jenny either didn’t notice his sour mood or didn’t care. She comwwed her rare, aw the Guys the belle of the company, so how did I end up , Just then, Sophia rushed out from the reception area. , “Ms. Sutton! Thank goodness you haven’t left yet! You gave me quite a scare? , Miranda furned around, “What’s the issue?” , “There was a mistake with the paperwork. I gave you the wrong contract. The original cogy of the gropary purchase agreement should be with the buyer, while we keep a copy on file. , “I was in such a earlier that I grabbed the wrong one. Could you please check to make sure this original is correct?” , , , , , Search the website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.