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Jennifer said , “ Sanford said he’s coming back from Shaville for my wedding . He also said he’s bringing 330 thousand dollars . He wants to use it as your bride price .
“ I mean , he doesn’t care that you’ve been married before , and he’s willing to give you 330 thousand . That’s honestly pretty rare . He’s never done anything to hurt you , has he ? ”
Teresa finally got it and shot back , “ So you’re just going to sell me off for 330 thousand ? ”
Jennifer sighed . She said , “ If I really wanted to sell you , I’d have taken the money already . I’m asking for your opinion , aren’t I ? If you’re interested , we can talk about the price . ”
Teresa shot back , “ What kind of ‘ asking ‘ is this ? Looks to me like you can’t wait for me to marry Sanford so you can finally stop worrying about me . ”
Jennifer took a deep breath and said , “ I told you , I’m just trying to talk this through with you . Isn’t Sanford a good guy ? ”
Teresa said , “ He’s so great . Then why don’t you marry him ? I’ve told you a million times I don’t like him , and I’ve already cut him off . Why do you keep bringing him up ? ”
Jennifer said , “ Jonathan already has a girlfriend , you know that . He’s moving on with his life . Why can’t you do the same ? “ .
Jennifer glanced at the expensive bracelet on Teresa’s wrist and added , “ Okay , sure , Sanford isn’t as rich as the guy who gave you that bracelet . But at least Sanford’s mom is easy to get along with . She’s not like Irene , always making a scene .
“ Having a mother – in – law who doesn’t cause drama , isn’t that for your own good ? Besides , like mother , like son . Jonathan is …. ”
Teresa couldn’t take it anymore . She snapped , “ Enough ! If you’re going to say that , then all the Lynns are no good . So why did you marry Donald ? Why don’t you ever say Donald’s a jerk ? ”
Jennifer said , “ Jonathan is your ex . He has nothing to do with us now . I can say whatever I want about him . Donald’s my husband , of course , I’m on his side . Can you get the relationships straight ? ”
Teresa said , “ I know exactly where I stand . Let me say this one last time : there’s no way I’ll ever marry Sanford , and I’m not marrying anyone for money .
“ If you dare take his money , Jennifer , may you get struck by lightning . ” With that , she turned and walked away .
Jennifer was stunned . She clutched her stomach in anger . She never thought Teresa would say something like that about her .
Jennifer didn’t notice the tears in Teresa’s eyes . So she would never know how sad Teresa was . Jennifer sat down to rest for a bit . Her stomach ached from the stress . She sent Teresa a message .
She said : [ If you don’t agree , I won’t take Sanford’s money . That’s all I meant . But you always insist on misunderstanding me , always thinking I’m out to get you . Seriously , ask yourself , have I ever said anything that wasn’t for your own good ?
[ I’ll just chalk it up to you being immature today , throwing a tantrum . But you’re not a kid anymore , you’re almost thirty . Are you going to keep treating me like this every day ? Is that how an adult acts ?
[ Can’t you show me a little respect ? I’m your real sister , and you keep giving me attitude . Think about it . I don’t want to argue with you anymore . ]
Just as Jennifer finished sending the message , her phone rang . She glanced at the caller ID and picked up .
The other person said , “ Hello , is this Ms. Jennifer Nelson ? You scheduled an abortion with us . When would you like to come in for your check – up next week ? ”
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