Chapter 256: The Old Residence

“Mom, the area where the old residence is located will be developed soon. It’ll be worth a lot of money in the future!”

Jared wasn't interested in the money; he simply wanted to prevent Benedict and his family from profiting from it.

“What? It’s going to be developed? Are you sure?” Hannah’s excitement was palpable. “If that’s true, we’ll earn a considerable sum selling the house!”

“Of course! It’s in the planning stages. I saw the report at Mr. Lowe’s house,” Jared replied.

“What are you talking about, Jared? Are you implying I’m trying to steal the land? You saw the report at Mr. Lowe’s house? You’re lying! Why don’t you say you had dinner there?” Benedict’s face reddened with anger.

“I did have dinner at Mr. Lowe’s house,” Jared confirmed, nodding.

His words erupted in laughter.

Simon, who had been silent, sneered. “I’ve met boastful people, but you’re on a whole new level. Do you know who I am? Mr. Lowe is having dinner here later with my father. Since you claim to have dined at his house, I’ll bring you along to see if he recognizes you!”

“Sure,” Jared said calmly.

Hannah tugged at his sleeve. “Jared! Joking about the mayor? Are you trying to ruin yourself?”

Gary’s face darkened. “Sit down, Jared!” [Remove the website advertisement]

He found the idea of Jared dining at the mayor's house absurd.

Jared obeyed his father, sitting down as everyone smiled sardonically.

Benedict sneered at Jared. “Hannah, Jared is talking nonsense. I’d know about any development plan in that area. He just doesn’t want a real job. Does an ex-convict like him really think he can visit Mr. Lowe’s house? I risk a lot to get Jared a government job, given his past. But I’ll still find him one. I won’t take the old residence for free; I’ll give you a hundred thousand. That should last you a few years. Rent a place; no need to live in someone else’s house!”

Hannah’s eyes lit up at the offer. Considering the old residence's condition, it seemed a good deal.

“Benedict, if you say so…Since it’s unused and neglected, take it!” Hannah’s excitement was evident.

Benedict was secretly pleased by her ready agreement. He’d only agreed to dinner because of the old residence and inside information about the development.

“Mom…” Jared frowned.

“Enough. I’ve decided. Don’t interfere. We’ll give the old residence to your uncle!” Hannah dismissed him.

Gary, smoking silently, didn’t object.

“I disagree! We can’t give them the old residence!” Jared yelled, his voice firm. He’d never raised his voice to his mother before.

Benedict slammed the table. “Jared, who are you to disagree? It’s the Chance family’s old residence. You’re just an adopted child!”