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24. Worth More Than Money

Author: Rich Ghali
last update Last Updated: 2024-08-01 13:26:16

"Here's your credit card, Uncle." Caroline said as she handed over Jared's credit card after she had paid the bill. She joined them, sitting in the chair opposite Jake.

"You can go home," Jake said.

"I'll be home after lunch." Caroline refused.

"No, you have to stay with me for the whole day. I promise I'll pay you if you want to stay with me for a day." Jared reminded.

"But Uncle, I want us to spend the day alone without her." Jake tried to persuade his uncle. He really didn't want Caroline and Jared to get closer. So, he would do everything possible to thwart their plans.

"Why don't we spend some time together? Your relationship with Caroline could improve. You could be friends instead of enemies like you are now."

"Never!" Jake and Caroline replied simultaneously. Both looked very unhappy with Jared's offer. It seemed that they would remain enemies forever.

Although both answered at the same time, Jared smiled at their answers. "It seems like you guys still have a bond. Several tim
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