Nina inquired, "What's your educational background?"

Sue answered, "I graduated from a local university."

"We only recruit graduates from prestigious schools. Your credentials don't meet our standards," Nina promptly declined.

Sue's demeanor soured, but she plastered on a smile and retorted, "But you're employed there, aren't you? With a cousin like you, the alma mater shouldn't matter." Nina replied icily, "A reputable company adheres to standards. If you're so keen on cutting corners, you'll crumble sooner or later. There won't be any room for you."

After being rebuffed repeatedly, Sue grew disgruntled. "Nina, you're just unwilling to lend a hand. That's why you're saying this."

"You're well aware of it. If you're always depending on others, you'll be worse off than a beggar when no one lends a hand," Nina's words were cutting.

"If you won't help me, fine, but why insult me? Mom, look at her!" Sue couldn't bear the humiliation, her eyes turning red with anger.

just because you're successful." Nina's expression remained composed as she replied calmly, "I haven't gotten arrogant. Even within a loving family, it's not as if you all appreciate us.

tactics, "Nina, you don't respect me. If even you treat me

let's not talk about it. Let Xander deal with

don't

indifferent, unwilling to be affected

resolute, "You're all heartless. You won't even help your own brother. You must have embezzled our parents' money. You've been pretending to be kind-hearted al these years. If

began to cry, "Please don't cry. We already begged Uncle and the others for help, but they won't lend a hand. If you fall

their grievances, and still believed

were like bottomless pits

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