So, my mother chose to stay in that house and remained a widow.

Every day, she not only took care of my grandparents but also helped look after Sherman's daughter.

Sherman's daughter was my cousin, Whitney.

I knew that if I lost my temper, it would make things hard for my mother.

But I wasn't someone to be easily bullied.

While I couldn't directly yell at people, I could be sarcastic.

I sent a message: [Grandpa, isn't Uncle Sherman's wife gone because of his gambling? Besides, Uncle Sherman is in good health now; Whitney wanting to travel shouldn't be my responsibility, right?]

My grandfather replied: [Sherman hasn't worked in years. Where would he get the money?]

I responded: [Then Whitney is being unreasonable. Uncle Sherman is broke, yet she's still thinking about using money to have fun with her boyfriend. Doesn't she care that her dad is lonely at home with nothing to do? We should live according to our means.]

[When I first started university, I had nothing and relied on working hard to finish my studies. Whitney is just as capable; she can do it, too!]

[And anyway, I only make three thousand dollars a month. How could I possibly give out a hundred thousand dollars? You're asking for too much!]

Whitney realized she wouldn't be getting any money from me.

She got directly angry.

In the family group, she started throwing sarcastic comments my way.

She messaged: [Cordelia, stop pretending to be poor. Aunt Rosalind said you've bought a house in the big city.]

[Since you bought a house in the city, giving me a hundred thousand dollars should be a piece of cake for you.]

[Besides, we're family. If you won't give me money, are you planning to save it for strangers? If you ever need help, don't blame me and my dad for not coming to your aid! Cordelia, don't forget. Aside from Grandpa, my dad is the only man left in the family!]

Whitney's words infuriated me.

I felt like she was hinting at my father's death.

I immediately began to retaliate.

I messaged in the group: [Whitney, what exactly are you proud of? Are you boasting that my dad is dead while yours is still alive?]

[If your dad is so capable, why don't you ask him for money? Why are you bothering me?]

[You know your dad can't provide, so why not at least treat me with a little respect? Who are you trying to impress with your arrogance?]

[Even my dad has passed, he would always be your father's older brother!]