Chapter 242. Wonderful Occurrences.

“I wonder how someone would be able to do that without thinking twice. Some people are really evil in the world, son. I have almost lived my life. This is your time, son. I'm sure that with all that is happening to us, you are picking lessons to be careful of whoever you associate with. No one is to be trusted, even though trust is important. You can trust who you don't trust and make them believe you trust them. Remember, keep your friends close, but your enemies closer,” she said.

“Okay, Mom. Got it,” he said.

Finally feeling hopeful again, Mrs Jefferson smiled. “This could be the beginning of something big, Norton. I have a feeling that everything will turn out well,” she said.

“And that's the energy I want you to have. More like my mother, hopeful and positive,” he said, and they both laughed.

“Okay, Mom. I think it will be time to go to my room and reflect. I have to think of how to use the money,” he said.

Mrs. Jefferson, not sure about what he meant by that, asked, “What do y