Chapter 44 Refuse to Take A Penny

• "Merry, you're finally home!" Beulah's face lit up as she welcomed Meredith with a tight embrace, genuine delight evident in her voice.
• Feeling a twinge of discomfort, Meredith returned the embrace and engaged in polite conversation with her mother.
• After some chit-chat, Beulah reached into her purse and produced a bank card, offering it to Meredith. "I heard you've moved out of the dorms and are managing independently now. There's a hundred grand in here, all saved up. Take it, use it. And if it's not enough, don't hesitate to ask for more. Just... promise me you won't do anything that makes you unhappy."