Chapter 440: Chapter 440

Chapter 440:

Despite her encouragement, Roderick hesitated, his eyes still scanning the menu for the least expensive items.

Eileen took the menu from him and handed it to the waiter, ordering several of the restaurant’s signature dishes.

“How’s everything else going? Is work too demanding? Have you managed to save up for your restaurant?” Eileen inquired, shifting the conversation to his aspirations.

“Yeah, I’ve been saving,” Roderick replied with cautious optimism. “I send $8,000 a month to Judie, and $1,500 to my mom. With Judie’s income, we manage our living expenses and still save about $10,000 a month. Plus, with the $100,000 you helped us with, I should be able to open a restaurant in a couple of years.”

Hearing his hopeful plans, Eileen felt a pang of sympathy for the prolonged effort Roderick would have to endure.

Silently, she sent a quick message to Raymond.

Continuing their conversation, Roderick added, “Judie’s been feeling really guilty about the past, Eileen. She’s been thinking about inviting you over to make amends. She really wants to apologize in person.”

After a brief pause, Eileen responded, “Let’s talk about that some other time.”

“Sure,” Roderick agreed quickly, then shifted the topic to something more pressing. “Mom’s been feeling under the weather lately. She keeps asking about you.”

Eileen’s concern was immediate. “What’s wrong with her? If she needs medical attention, don’t let finances stop her.”

Roderick shook his head. “It’s not about money. She just won’t see a doctor. She keeps complaining about headaches, taking days off work. If she continues like this, she might lose her job.”

Frequent absences could indeed jeopardize her employment.

Eileen suspected Denise’s ailments might be less medical and more an excuse to avoid work.

A monthly income of $1,500 wasn’t substantial, but without it, Denise’s expenses would only escalate.

“I’m tied up with work myself. We’ll get together when I can make some time. Meanwhile, encourage her to seek medical advice if she’s genuinely ill, and to keep her job if she isn’t.”

Roderick nodded. “You’re right, I shouldn’t have troubled you with this. I’ll handle it.”

The conversation then veered toward Roderick’s plans for his restaurant, discussing potential locations and their hefty rents. His passion for his future business was palpable.

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