Chapter 904

Chapter 904:

Toby shook his head, looking at them with disappointment. It might not have been a big deal, but it still hurt Fernanda’s feelings.

Jade, already upset that Bobby had left, was now even more troubled by the scolding her mother received. She muttered, “Uncle Toby, don’t blame us. You didn’t offer her a place to stay overnight, either. Though that was because your in-laws were here, if you truly wanted Fernanda to stay, you could have put them up at a hotel. You have no right to blame us!”

“Say that again!” Toby shouted, causing Jade to flinch.

She had always been intimidated by Toby. His presence was stern even on his best days, and when he was angry, it was overwhelming. After blurting out her thoughts impulsively, she retreated behind Felipa under Toby’s intense gaze.

Felipa quickly stepped in. “Alright, Toby, don’t take it to heart. She’s just speaking without thinking.”

“Don’t think I’m unaware of her schemes,” Toby retorted sharply. “She’s already so manipulative, not focusing on what really matters. You’d better keep an eye on her before she brings more trouble.”

Jade wanted to defend herself, but her mother stopped her.

Toby had no interest in continuing the conversation. He walked into the study, where Duran was already present. His bedroom was too small for all his books, so he kept his study materials in the study.

Seeing his son, Toby felt a little better.

“Fernanda mentioned that if you’re serious about applying to Esaham University, she can connect you with an advisor,” Toby said.

Duran’s eyes lit up. “Really? She said that?”

Toby nodded.

Keep reading at gⲁ𝗅𝗇𝗈ν𝖊𝗅𝘀⨻co𝗺

Duran had been preparing extensively for the graduate entrance exam. He had already researched many advisors in his field at Esaham University. With Fernanda’s help, he could secure a top advisor.

He looked at the Esaham University brochure, gently smoothing out the creases. This institution was the best in the country—the place he had always dreamed of attending. Now, he was closer than ever to his goal.

“Son,” Toby said, drawing Duran’s attention. “Fernanda is a good person. If you make it to Esaham, look out for her. She might not need it, but it’s your duty as family.”

Duran nodded. “I understand.”

He hadn’t spent much time with Fernanda recently, but she had made a lasting impression on him. He was surprised by how remarkable the daughter of his late aunt had turned out to be.

What he couldn’t understand was why his other aunts treated Fernanda so coldly, and why even Jade seemed to harbor such resentment.

.

.

.