Chapter 243

Seeing the expression on Nelly’s face, James thought it was because of her mother’s illness, so he comforted her. “Your father came by today and told me about your mother’s illness. Rest assured, I’ve given him the money, so your mother will be all better soon!” Nelly was stunned for a moment, then she asked absent-mindedly, “Who’d you say came by?” James replied, “Your father! He said his name was Luther Qualls.” Nelly’s face instantly turned white as a ghost. She asked in a hoarse voice, “He asked you for money? How much did you give him?” “15 grand. Doesn’t your mother’s illness require 15 grand for surgical fees?” Nelly seemed to have received a heavy punch in her chest. The pain was spreading to her entire body, and her brain was buzzing. Plop! The cardboard box in her hand fell to the floor, and the contents inside rolled out and scattered everywhere. In an instant, everything that happened today rushed toward her like a tide. It squeezed her into a small gap, giving her no