She Became Rich After Divorce (Cheyenne and Kelvin) novel Chapter 260

Chapter 260: Poverty is the Root of All Evil

Kate had previously resorted to physical aggression, like when she had beaten up Timothy, letting out her frustration. Now, she decided to try a psychological attack.

She took a step closer, standing directly in front of Timothy. She tilted her head, her gaze innocent and pure, resembling a young deer in the forest.

"I've often seen you eating instant noodles in the cafeteria. Is that because you spent your money on buying chocolates?"

Initially, she admired Timothy for being able to maintain his modest lifestyle when he was around rich kids. While others indulged in lavish meals, he remained focused on his plain food. But her admiration turned to disbelief when she learned that he was doing this to impress Peyton, who was pursuing the same girl in their class.

"You, coming from a modest background, why are you competing with a wealthy elite? And on top of that, using the most foolish method - starvation. Do you think Peyton cares about a few thousand bucks more or less?"

Timothy nodded honestly, knowing that his actions in the cafeteria were a source of shame. The embarrassment he felt whenever his name appeared on the list of sponsored students was palpable. He was aware that among the few students on the list, they were the only ones who had been specially admitted to the school, making it all too obvious.

Many students in the class secretly laughed at him, calling him "poor" behind his back. They believed that his dream was nothing more than an attempt to blend into the world of the wealthy and profit from it, without understanding the vast difference in circumstances.

"You're right," he admitted.

He didn't deny that the chocolates was used to please Peyton.

"Do you know that, even though this chocolate is expensive, for us, it's only the equivalent of buying a cup of milk tea?"

Kate's words were a stark reminder of the ridicule that Timothy had endured from his classmates.

He used to think Kate was different, but now it seemed she was no different from those rich kids - selfish, vulgar, and fond of showing off.

With bloodshot eyes, he stared at Kate, his voice hoarse. "What do you want to say? If you want to boast about how wealthy your family is, I admit you win."

"You think Peyton and you are the same, both born in unfavorable circumstances, and that's why you're so close to her, even adoring her, right?"

"Yes," he replied.

"But you have no idea that Peyton doesn't need a boyfriend who has to save half of his meal budget to buy her chocolate. She needs a rich man who can satisfy her desires and vanity."

And Graeme was precisely that kind of man.

She knew she was only average-looking in this school, and she might not have a chance with the other rich kids. But Graeme was different. They were cousins, and she was temporarily living with the Mathews family. It's like taking advantage of the situation.

To remove the "poor" label from herself as soon as possible, Peyton had already forgotten the fact that they shared a quarter of the same blood.

In ancient societies, it was quite normal for cousins to marry each other, and large families didn't mind intermarrying to strengthen their mutual interests.

The Mathews family's elders treated her as a destitute relative who had come to stay, with an indifferent attitude.