Meet our young protagonist, a 19-year-old female who’s been battling ADHD, depression, and anxiety while also juggling a high-paying job and her college studies. She’s managed to distance herself from her family due to their lack of understanding about her struggles. But when her cousin gets engaged, she’s thrust back into the family drama, this time over wedding expenses.
The Family’s Misunderstanding
A New Chapter
The Young Prodigy’s Success
The Wedding Plans
The Unexpected Request
The Tradition
The Prodigy’s Response
The Family’s Reaction
The Prodigy’s Reflection
The Young Prodigy’s Dilemma: To Pay or Not to Pay?
Our young prodigy, despite her personal struggles, has managed to secure a high-paying job and excel in her education. But when her cousin’s wedding comes up, she’s asked to contribute financially, a request that leaves her taken aback. She refuses, believing that her hard-earned money should be spent as she sees fit. But now, she’s left to deal with a barrage of messages from her family, calling her selfish. Is she in the wrong, or is her family being unreasonable? Let’s see what the internet has to say about this… ️♀️
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