Chapter 9 Aggressive Visitors
Fox walked into his house, his mind racing with thoughts. It seemed there was a problem at home, and his father was planning to ask his uncle for help.
In his previous life, he hadn’t noticed anything, but now he understood.
Following his usual routine, he would eat and then head to his room, unaware of the
conversations between his father and uncle.
But now,
it seemed likely they were discussing… work.
Recently, his parents had been coming home unusually early from work.
This was unusual because, as far as Fox remembered, his parents usually worked
late.
It probably meant there was trouble at work, perhaps a lack of orders for the company or factory.
The business might be failing, and his father was looking for alternative options, seeking his brother’s advice.
The answer was clear: his uncle had connections but would never help his father. It
was as simple as that.
Fox had figured it out. He knew his uncle was that kind of person.
“Uncle, cousin, good evening,” Fox greeted his uncle and cousin.
His uncle only glanced at him.
“Fox, where have you been fooling around? Coming home so late? The whole family is waiting for you to eat.”
“Exams are coming up. Can you focus a bit?” his cousin immediately started criticizing him.
This was clearly just picking a fight. It wasn’t even dinnertime yet.
Fox glanced at his mother, busy in the kitchen. It looked like there were still several dishes to prepare.
The situation felt absurd to Fox.
He couldn’t understand why, despite being family, they were always so aggressive.
His family had never provoked his uncle’s family.
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Fox shook his head, showing a look of helplessness.
“Fox, I’m showing concern for you. What’s with your attitude?” his cousin continued aggressively.
“Enough, Leah. You can’t wake someone pretending to sleep. Talking won’t help. How can he compare to you?”
“You’re a top student at SUNY. What college could he get into?” his uncle laughed, belittling Fox.
Ferren’s face darkened, and he looked furious. Fox was his pride, and he was seething with anger.
In the kitchen, Faye’s chopping grew louder.
Fox raised an eyebrow.
“A top student, but I recall you chose an easy major,” Fox retorted immediately.
He remembered this detail clearly.
“What easy major? What nonsense are you talking about?”
“This is SUNY! Every major is high–level!” Leah was agitated, clearly hit where it hurt.
Fox was right. The “top student” label was exaggerated. Her grades were good but not enough for SUNY without some help.
Their father had donated money to the university, and miraculously, she was
accepted.
Many universities have simple majors meant to give certain people an easy pass, often for a price.
“If it’s a high–level major, then you should have no problem finding a high–level job after graduation,” Fox said, sipping some juice casually.
“Leah doesn’t need to find a job. I can provide one for her,” his uncle said, showing
off his wealth.
“Uncle, that’s impressive. Could you find a job for my father too?” Fox licked his lips, bringing up the issue directly.
Ferren looked at Fox in surprise.
Fox didn’t want to see his father begging his uncle for help.
And knowing his uncle wouldn’t offer a job, it was better to confront the issue head-
- on.
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“No, my company Isn’t just for anyone. Ferren wouldn’t fit in,” his uncle said, rejecting the idea outright.
“So, to you, my father is just ‘anyone,” Fox said, setting his glass down and
narrowing his eyes.
Ferren realized what his brother’s intention was. There was no point in pleading
further.
“Ferren’s always been an idiot. My company doesn’t need him. Maybe he could clean toilets. Oh wait, even that’s filled.”
“That’s just too much,” Fox thought.
Ferren looked dejected, and Fox patted his shoulder.
“Dinner’s ready,” Faye announced, bringing out several dishes.
“Why only three dishes? I saw more ingredients,” Leah complained, frowning.
“Eat up, Leah,” Faye said, sitting down.
They had been rude, suggesting her husband was only good for cleaning toilets. No. way was she serving them the best food.
Faye, though an ordinary woman, had her pride.
“This is terrible,” Leah grumbled, wrinkling her nose.
“I think it’s great,” Fox said, eating heartily.
“Fox, have you thought about your future?” his uncle asked. “Are you going to college or start working?”
“If you want to work, I can offer you a low–level position. You’re better than Ferren, so you can start at the bottom and work your way up to manager,” his uncle said, trying
to sound sincere.
“My son is going to college,” Ferren finally spoke, downing a beer, his eyes fierce like
a lion’s.
“Ha? College? Which one?” his uncle asked, finding it amusing.
“MIT,” Fox said calmly.
The room fell silent, stunned by his answer.
“Fox, do you think you can get in?”
“That’s MIT. Are you joking?”
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“Everyone dreams big,” Leah laughed, not believing Fox could achieve that.
“You gave up because you couldn’t do it. I’ll get in because I can,” Fox said, calmly eating.
“Young man, you should be realistic.”
“Whatever, when you hit a wall and realize reality, come to me. The low–level job will
be waiting,” his uncle continued to mock him.
Dinner continued uncomfortably, with tension in the air.
“Fox, I support you. If you get in, I’ll cover your tuition,” Ferren said, patting Fox’s shoulder.
