Chapter 758 A Lesson Arissa smiled at the innocent Tim and said, âYou can do the same thing when you grow up too! Thereâs no rush now. You should study hard at your age.â
âI canât make money yet, Ms. York. Great-grandaunt and I are using your money now, but I promise Iâll pay you back in the future!â declared Tim with conviction.
While Arissa was relieved by his sense of independence, she was also a little disappointed that Tim did not plan to rely on her and Benjamin.
Independence was an excellent trait, yet as Timâs biological mother, she naturally could not help but wish that her children would depend on her.
She was more than happy to spoil her child rotten.
Instead, Tim was still treating her like an outsider.
Benjamin glanced at Arissa before addressing Tim, âYour mommy should be giving you and your great-grandaunt money to spend. Your parents are responsible for raising you into an adult. Donât feel pressured to pay her back now. Once youâre all grown up with a job of your own, you have plenty of opportunities to thank her for her care!â
He also glanced at the other children and declared, âI wonât stop any of you if you plan to give your salaries to your mommy in the future!â
Zachary snickered and replied, âWe can give Mommy a good life now, Mr. Graham. She doesnât have to work so hard anymore.â
âMm-hmm! I can pay for Mommy too. I have savings!â
Meanwhile, Gavin shot Benjamin a sidelong glance and warned, âDonât make Mommy suffer too much. Sometimes, sheâs so busy she canât spend time with us.â
Benjamin arched a brow in response. He knew Gavin was rich, but he had no idea how the children raised by Arissa gained their wealth.
He asked them, âWhere does your money come from?â
Zachary, Oliver, Jasper, and Jesse kept their lips zipped instead of answering him.
Their adorable response brought a smile to Arissaâs face. She had an inkling of where their money came from.
The children had known the ins and outs of running a business from a young age, a talent likely inherited from their father.
âDid you make money yourselves?â Tim asked Zachary curiously.
Gavinâs rich, and so are my younger siblings. Iâm the only poor lad here. I need to work hard so Iâm not a burden to them!
âYup!â
Zachary nodded before leaning toward Timâs ear, whispering, âIâll teach you how to make money later!â
Tim was stunned. âOkay!â
Curiously, Arissa asked Zachary, âWhat are the two of you talking about, Zachary? Why are you whispering to each other?â
Grinning cheekily, Zachary replied, âDonât worry, Mommy! I wonât try anything dangerous.â
Arissa glanced at Zachary before turning her attention to Tim. Eventually, she smiled and said, âFine. Just watch your safety, no matter what youâre doing!â
Her third sonâs mouth twitched in amusement. How dangerous can making money be?
âDonât worry, Mommy! Itâs definitely safe!â
Arissa nodded, acknowledging his promise.
On the other hand, Benjamin had overheard Zachary and Timâs entire conversation, thanks to his excellent hearing. Thus, he was far less concerned over his childrenâs safety.
âLet me know if you need my help!â he said to the boys.
Zachary glanced at him and replied, âWe donât need your help for now!â
Benjamin merely nodded in response.
âHere are the drinks, Mrs. Graham!â
Edwin entered the room with a cup of coffee for Arissa and milkshakes for the six children.
Then, he asked Benjamin, âWould you like some coffee, Mr. Graham?â
Benjamin took up his butlerâs offer since everyone else was enjoying a beverage.
The More the Merrier ï¤Chapter 757 EX-husband Groveling to Me ï¤Chapter 730 Let Victor Shoot For You Arissa sipped on her hot coffee, pleasantly surprised by its flavor profile.
She usually took her coffee cold and had not noticed the delectable nuances when the drink was served hot.
Arissa exclaimed in delight, âMm, hot coffee tastes pretty good!â
Smiling, Edwin advised, âMrs. Graham, itâs better for women to take warm and hot foods. Donât have too many cold drinks in the future!â
She returned his smile and nodded. âOkay! Edwin, why donât you sit down and eat with us? Donât keep rushing around the house!â
Edwin looked to Benjamin for approval, and the latter raised his jaw subtly, gesturing for the butler to take a seat.
At the same time, Benjamin said, âShe has invited you to join us, so have a seat!â
âThank you!â
Edwin sat beside the children happily.
Jesse busied herself filling Edwinâs plate, and her five elder brothers quickly followed her lead.
âPlease eat, Mr. Whitley!â
âWhy, thank you, children!â Edwin was pleasantly surprised.
Arissa smiled at the scene before continuing to savor her food.
Suddenly, she noticed Benjamin clutching his stomach, and she asked, âIs your stomach upset again?â