Chapter 166

Gabriella sneered. "Everyone knew Perseus was the genius of the Caitford family back then. He aced every single academic year and won the first-prize scholarship every year. "But you see, won't you turn out as a laughingstock if you can't even afford a house and provide for your family? I'm just putting it out there, you know. I suppose it'd be fine for us to discuss this among ourselves, but just imagine how uncomfortable it'd be to hear such unpleasant gossip circulating in the neighborhood. Isn't that right, Perseus?" Gabriella phrased her insult so well that he couldn't even find fault with her. "Why, you!" Infuriated, Randolph clenched his teeth. Perseus stopped him and replied, "Exactly! Uncle Randolph, don't be mad. Aunt Gabriella's right. It's my fault for not being able to improve my parents' living conditions. I'll work hard." He inhaled deeply, well aware that Gabriella and Raymond were humiliating him on purpose. "However, if I may ask, where did you buy your house