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Hoard shouted to Kylie, “Kylie!”
Kylie walked up to Hoard and said, “Mom told me this morning that you would study at home during your break. Why did you suddenly decide to come to see me?”
Hoard said, “I missed you. Are you tired from work?”
Earlier, Hoard had looked at the building of Roth Group. He searched online and found that Kylie had joined the Roth team, which was top–notch in the industry.
Hoard thought, Kylie is amazing. She must have worked incredibly hard.
Kylie is so nice. Ethan. James, and I have taken good care of her so many years. However, the Lampard family bullies her
When Hoard thought that Kylie had been bullied, his eyes turned red.
Kylie said with a smile. “No, I’m not tired at all. I love this job, and I enjoy the work hours. It’s lunchtime. I would like to take you around and have a meal together. We haven’t eaten together for a long time,”
Hoard couldn’t find a trace of distress on Kylie’s face.
Kylie had always been like this. She was reluctant to see them worry about her.
Hoard said. Tve saved up quite a bit of pocket money. I would like to treat you.”
Kylie said, “Til treat you! I have made some money recently. It’s no problem to treat you to a meal and shopping. Don’t save money for me. Kylie insisted and was reluctant to use Hoard’s money.
Hoard lowered his head, and his eyes got redder. He thought, Once I’m in college, I will use my spare time to make some money. When I’m strong enough, no one can bully my family again!
They checked the time and decided to have a meal
on the
top floor of the mall.
Hoard loved grilled meat. They ordered several plates and ate until they were full.
Seeing each other’s bloated bellies, they couldn’t help but joke about how many months pregnant they looked..
Hoard only focused on his studies. Whenever he had time, he would go to play basketball or do sports. He didn’t care much about his clothes.
Kylie gaid, “You look so handsome! I will buy you a few outfits today. Once you’re done with your college entrance exams. come to me. I’ll get you a new phone and laptop.
Kylie noticed that Hoard still wore his school uniform and remembered that their family had lived a poor life these years. Most of Hoard’s clothes were second–hand from Ethan and James. Hoard rarely had new clothes
Hoard said, “Kylie, keep your money for yourself. Cirls like buying bags and clothes Tm a boy. I don’t need new clothes. They all look the same to me.” Hoard didn’t want Kylie to spend her money on him.
Kylie said, “No. Nor dressing up will waste your good looks.”
Hoard said. “Then just buy me one.
Kylie thought, ‘One outfit? That’s not enough!’
Ignoring Hoard’s objections, Kylie went into a store that matched his style and picked out several outfits for him to try on
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Every outfit he tried on looked great.
Kylie chose three outfits..
At the checkout, Hoard insisted on just buying one, but Kylie firmly rejected this.
The clerk felt sweet and said. “Such a sweet couple.
Kylie said. “He’s my brother.”
Hoard said, “She’s my sister.”
The clerk misunderstood them, felt awkward, and said, “I’m sorry.”
The clerk thought. They do look about the same age.
The girl is so pretty that I overlooked her work uniform. She must work nearby as an office employee.
The boy wears a high school uniform. It seems that they are siblings:
Hoard said anxiously, “Kylie!”
Kylie said. “Your birthday is coming. It’s your birthday gift. Kylie swiped her card and handed the three big bags to Hoard.
When Hoard looked at the three bags full of clothes, his eyes were filled with anxiety. His classmates said that the clothes. from this mall weren’t cheap. Even when some of his peers teased him for wearing old and out–of–style clothes, he never cired.
People often felt inadequate when they were insecure inside.
Hoard never felt embarrassed because of his family’s financial situation.
On the contrary, he believed that what he had was something many people desired but could never achieve in a lifetime.
As for money, he didn’t have it now, but he was determined to earn it in the future. To him, money wasn’t the most important thing
But that didn’t mean he wanted Kylie to spend money on him-
Kylie had been wronged.
In the end, Kylie hardly bought anything for herself but spent a lot on clothes for him.
Kylie saw Hoard’s anxious expression and explained, “I’ve restored a few paintings recently and also opened a shop on eBay. Thus, with my income, buying you some clothes is no big deal. Although Hoard was the youngest at home, he never spent money recklessly since he was a kid.
Even though Hoard had hardly any new clothes, he never threw tantrum over new outlits like other kids.
Instead, when he saw other girls wearing nice clothes, he would pester Amanda to buy new clothes for Kylie.
Suddenly, Melanie said sharply behind, “Kylie? Are you supporting a toy boy behind your sugar daddy’s back?” Kylie and Hoard turned around.
Melanie took several photos with her photo.
Melanie said, “That’s so shameless! Is he grown–up? Have you lost your mind recently? Are you even targeting Melanie was secretly pleased.
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Melanie thought, Evenfate is on my side and gives me the perfect dirt on Kylie.”
Hoard said, “What nonsense are you talking about? Melanie, do you have a death wish? You have bullied Kylie at the Lampard residence, right?” Hoard put down his clothes.
Hoard was young and impulsive. He didn’t wait for Melanie to react and kicked at her.
Melanie screamed in pain, “Ah!”
Kylie didn’t have time to stop Hoard. She didn’t intend to stop him either.
Anyway, Melanie liked to slander others.
Melanie said, “Don’t hit me! You’re Hoard, right? Are you out of your mind? I’m your sister, not her. You hit me instead of her. What’s wrong with you?” Melanie was furious.
Melanie’s ears were buzzing from the hit.
Hoard said, “My sister? It’s ridiculous. You are reluctant to admit your relationship with us. Do you think I don’t know that you look down on us? Now you claim to be my sister. You are too shameless. Hoard slapped Melanie.
Hoard never hit women. Ethan and James both taught Hoard that hitting women was wrong. But Melanie was bullying Kylie right in front of him. He must hit Melanie.
Melanie was furious and said, “I’ll call the police right now. Aren’t you about to take your college entrance exams? Let’s see how you do that with a criminal record.”
Hoard’s expression changed abruptly.
Hoard was young and impulsive. He couldn’t hide his thoughts. Especially, he had never encountered shameless people. He was shocked by Melanie’s disgraceful tactics,
Kylie said casually, “OK. Go ahead and call the police. Meanwhile, I’ll call a few reporters I know and let them see the real story behind you, Melanie.”
Kylie took out her phone and was about to make the call.
Melanie shouted, “Kylie!”
Melanie’s face turned pale with anger.
Kylie watched the furious Melanie mischievously.
But Melanie looked past Kylie.
Melanie said, “Miss Garcia?”
Recently, many people in Jardora were discussing Sophia, so Melanie recognized her right away
