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RDD 66

Added 2023-04-21 16:01:42 +0000 UTC

RDD 66

The Castillo family has a disease called supreme stubbornness. Once we firmly decided on something, it would be difficult to change our opinion.

In my entire life, I witnessed how my Dad and Uncle beat each other because of stubbornness. Heck, I even saw my grandfather beating my Dad Uncle because of stubbornness.

Just like my ancestors, I and my brothers were stubborn mules as well. To the point that we have to settle things with our fists. Our fistfights could not be counted by fingers.

The only way to stop us was by asking the females in the family to intervene.

My grandfather's kryptonite was my calm and gentle grandmother.

Just like them, Dad could never face my Mom once she became angry. In fact, the only time I saw my Dad kneeling was when Mom cried.

I can say that my Mom's tears are my Dad's weakness. He became soft when it comes to her.

Unfortunately for us three brothers, we didn't have any weaknesses. We could punch each other for all we care.

What? Rich people don't punch each other? They are well-mannered and afraid of pain? Fuck off!

If you're rich and afraid of pain, then you're a fucking coward! In my family, there are two ways to settle things. Through our fists and determination.

The one who had the strongest fists and determination will win.

"Sean, I wonder what will happen if I broke your face. Will your actress girlfriend accept you after seeing how ugly you are after I smash your face to the ground?"

"How about you? Will your wife cry once I bust your head off--"

"Waahh! Waaahhh--!"

We both flinched when we heard an ear-piercing cry. Sean and I looked at Sophia who was crying.

"You two... I don't know what is wrong with you but don't ever show my daughter any violence. Or else none of you will leave this place with complete limbs."

Penelope looked at us with her cold red eyes.

Both I and my brother shuddered at her gaze. We instinctively nodded, almost like we were kids.

For unknown reasons, Penelope reminded me of my mother once she was enraged.

Once the females in the family became mad, no one would have a peaceful day. I know it very much.

"..."

Sean and I looked at each other and sighed. In the end, we understand that this problem would never be solved if we use violence.

"Kazir. Please listen to me, I have a house in Cavite. You can live with your family there. I assure you that Mom and Dad will never disturb you."

I looked at him. Sean was serious. I can trust him this time. However, I was still not sure if trusting him was the best way.

"Kazir, do you have a job right now?"

"..."

I shut my mouth. I didn't know why my brother asked me about my job.

"Kazir, I'm asking you. Do you have a job right now?"

"... I resigned. I'm thinking of starting a small business."

"I understand," He didn't have a strong reaction, almost as if he knew that I already resigned.

"What kind of business?"

"Burger. I want to make a burger stand."

"I see... Then I can give you a shop for that."

"What?" I frowned.

"Do you remember the shop we had next to FCIE's entrance?"

"You mean the clothing store? I thought we were renting it?"

"That's right. The owner of the clothing shop went to America. So far it's an empty shop."

"..."

I remembered that shop. FCIE is the first industrial estate in Cavite. My Uncle's Tire Factory was there. That place had hundreds of thousands of workers entering and leaving every day.

Any shop near the place received hundreds of workers every day. It was a bit confusing that no one was renting the shop. Because that shop had a good location.

It would never be a problem to earn thousands every day.

"..."

"Bro, do I look like I'm joking? I'm serious, you can use the shop. I'll give it to you for free. Heck, it was yours in the first place."

"My property?"

"Yes, it's in your inheritance."

"I have an inheritance?"

"Don't look at me like that. Of course you have an inheritance."

"... Let me think about it."

"This guy." Sean sighed, defeated.

In this regard, we are stubborn.

"Wife, what do you think?"

This time, I asked my wife for her opinion. She was the reason why I didn't want to return to Cavite.

Penelope smiled at me. She was rock-a-bye-ing Sophia in her arms as she asked me a question.

"Keith, if you met your parents again, will you choose us or your parents?"

"Of course you, I love you guys."

"Then there's no reason to hesitate. As long as you love us, your parents will never break us apart."

"... Indeed." I realized something valuable.

"It's troublesome to find a cheap place to stay. We can't even assure if the place is good for us. In this case, returning to Cavite is a good thing. Besides, I don't like the air here in Manila. It's too smoky."

After our vacation in the province, we realized how filthy the air is in Manila. Fucking disgusting. Almost as if we are inhaling smoke.

"..."

I was contemplating.

My wife was clearly right. If Sean wanted to help us, then I have to be thick skin and accept it. Heck, he wanted to give us a shop for free.

"Wait a minute, do I have to pay you rent?"

"It depends on you." He shrugged.

"... I'll pay you 5 thousand per month."

"Huh? Bro, I want to--"

"Sean, I'm not a 'Castillo' anymore. I have to treat you like a landlord and pay you rent."

Sean was defeated and took a scoop of cake.

"Okay. But 5 thousand pesos per month is too small if you will rent the house and shop."

"..."