Chapter 308

"Kian, Kian." A familiar voice came from outside the house. Kian didn't answer right away. It wasn't until Elena called his name several times in a row that he responded. Elena had a fairly common name and came from a relatively ordinary family, though her family had a noticeable preference for male family members. Kian had an uncle, Hubert Wales, and the former's grandparents often turned to Kian and Elena for help supporting the latter. Whenever Elena had some extra money, she'd give it to Hubert. She wasn't nearly as generous with her own flesh and blood, Kian. She always insisted that he was the fourth heir of the Morris family and had more than enough money. Elena would tell him he should ask Duncan for more money if he ever needed it. Even a small amount that slipped through Duncan's fingers was more than Elena's monthly allowance. So, she gave all her money to Hubert. Now that Kian was financially independent, Elena continued to insist that he support Hubert generously. Sh