Resurrecting the Genius Within

Chapter 126 Severe Ties

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Eleanor panicked and scolded, “You ungrateful child! I’m your mother! If you do this, people will criticise. you behind your back for the rest of your life. You’ll be cursed and condemned!”

William finally realised the gravity of the situation and quickly stepped forward to mediate. “Isabelle, your mother and sister were wrong, but calling the police and getting them jailed is too extreme. What your sister did was wrong, but it was just one math problem. She’s already facing consequences. We’re family; how can you involve the police?”

Isabelle looked at her father and said, “I used to think you were just a simple, kind man. But now, I see you can’t tell right from wrong.”

She pitied him.

William had lived his life at the bottom of society, constantly bullied by his wife and siblings.

Out of respect for the few times he had shown genuine care for the original owner, Isabelle wouldn’t make things too hard for him.

William’s heart sank, and he muttered, “Isabelle.”

“The money I used to fix the house and buy appliances is repayment for raising me,” Isabelle said, then turned to Eleanor. “After this, I owe you nothing

Eleanor wanted to protest.

Isabelle cut her off and threatened, “If you don’t want to end up in jail, keep your mouth shut.

Then, she told Ethan to pack his things.

“No! Ethan is my son, my life. No one is taking him away from me. If you try, I’ll die right here!”

wailed and made a scene, refusing to let Isabelle take Ethan.

in annoyance.

Just then…

a commotion at the door. A man’s voice called out, “Can I be of any assistance?”

with long

stood at towering heights, dressed impeccably in a

neighbours, who had gathered to watch, quieted down and

he must be a high–ranking executive from some big corporation

been throwing a tantrum. She suddenly quieted down and

Timothy, as mayor, was impressive with his authoritys aura.

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in the car, George had overheard the commotion in the Jenkins‘ courtyard. He understood why Isabelle told him, ‘It would be better to feed

in the doorway, he felt no need to show excessive courtesy or decorum to such parents. Therefore, he didn’t even offer basic

all sorts of nasty words earlier, George couldn’t help but wonder, How could such parents produce a daughter like Isabelle?

a

with a daughter as talented and capable as Isabelle

especially

and instructed, “Help

his fists.

into his room without looking

just been refusing to let Ethan go; she

clothes, and wiped away her tears and snot. Then,

a smile, she said, “Isabelle, I was just upset earlier. You know how parents always think about their children. You’re

spoke to Isabelle, but her eyes frequently darted to

wealthy classmate Layla mentioned

too old

someone else Isabelle had