Looking at Johnny Rivers, his face oily and pimpled with adolescence, his expression angry and twisted like what it was when they were in their new place in the past life, it was a stark contrast to any childish innocence.
The rebirth dizziness was still messing with me. I grabbed a cup of water from the table, hoping to settle my stomach.
"Johnny, can't you read? Ignorance isn't just bliss, it's a disease that needs curing."
"This divorce? Dad's walking away without a cent."
"You sure that's the smart choice, sticking with him?" I challenged, silencing Johnny immediately.
Johnny had always been greedy and self-centered, all thanks to Karen's pampering.
Last time, she blew all her savings—and mine—on him just for a hint of affection.
No money? I bet he'd bolt faster than anyone.
"Oh, Johnny, Mom's got cash. It's all for you to spend. She'll make sure you're taken care of!" Karen cooed, her voice dripping with sycophancy.
"Whatever you need, honey, Mom's got you. Ignore your cold-hearted sister."
She then whispered a few words into Johnny's ear.
His face shifted subtly, a glint of excitement appearing.
I knew all too well what Karen had promised.