Chapter 2007 It Is Mine
Wilbur grabbed it happily, glanced at the big money in his hand, turned around, and happily handed it to Maya, wanting to buy crab cakes to eat.
Maya took the money and, after seeing the words “fool’s money” written on it, quietly accepted the money. Then, just as quietly, she added some special seasoning to the crab cakes meant for Zayden.
After they were ready, she placed the cakes in front of the children. “Okay. They are ready to eat. Go ahead, try them.”
Wilbur took a piece from the delicate plate in front of him and ate it with relish. Joy took a bite and could not stop exclaiming how delicious it tasted. Saying that Maya’s culinary skills were beyond compare, she heaped tons of praises upon her.
Zayden watched them eat, drooling greedily, and could not wait to take a piece and stuff it into his mouth. After chewing for a few seconds, he suddenly spat it out.
“Bah! Bah! What kind of taste is this? Why is it so bad?”
“It does not taste bad. It tastes great!” Wilbur said innocently.
“This is exactly how crab cakes should taste like. I think they’re yummy.” Joy took another piece.
Zayden was dumbfounded for a moment. He glanced around thoughtfully and then took a piece from Wilbur’s plate. After taking a bite, he understood what was going on.
“Maya, why are my crab cakes different from theirs?”
“Well, they are eating Maya’s brand of crab cakes. You are eating something different.”
“What brand is mine, then? They are sour and bitter. Is it named ‘sour and bitter’ brand?”
“No, yours are called the ‘fool’s brand.’ With one hundred ‘fool’s money’, that’s all that you can buy.”
Zayden was at a loss for words.
Joy, you are taking Wilbur’s side!
Zayden realized that if he was disrespectful to Wilbur, Maya would go against him.
While Maya went to get more crab cakes, Zayden took the opportunity to approach Wilbur. “You are a lucky idiot. See how much Maya cares for you. Just for you, she is disowning me, her younger cousin.”
Wilbur’s lips curled into a smile and he lifted up his thumb. “You’re right. Maya is the most adorable, pretty, and kindest woman I’ve ever seen.”
Zayden was speechless.
He looked at Wilbur curiously. “A-Are y-you really crazy?”
“Yes!”
Wilbur bent his head and began eating his crab cakes again.
Zayden stroked his head, feeling that there was something strange about Wilbur’s craziness.
An hour later, Jeff rushed to the Simpson residence and handed Maya the customized bug outside the villa.
“Ms. Maya, this was custom-made according to your instructions. Is it okay?”
Maya held it in her hand and examined it carefully. There was a tailor-made chain firmly embedded in the round black sphere, which must be very secure when worn, and the words “magic ball” were also engraved on it.
It looked like a child’s toy, but it felt round and smooth. Except for the few words, there was nothing special about it. No one would guess that this is actually a bug. It was really simple but confiscated. “Well done. It’s great.”
“Ms. Maya, your satisfaction is what matters.”
Maya walked back to the living room with the “magic ball” and put it on Wilbur’s neck. Then she told him, “Remember, this chain must not be taken off. It must be worn all the time, otherwise, when you are in danger, there won’t be anyone to save you. Got it?”
Wilbur looked at the “magic ball” that Maya put around his neck, and pouted. It looked childish for a grown-up to wear something like this. “What’s written here?”
“It’s ‘magic ball.’ Now, remember there is magic in the ball. When you are in danger, it will protect you.” From upstairs, Nicholas came down, and stared curiously at the magic ball hanging around Wilbur’s neck. “What is this?”
“This is a present I’m giving to Wilbur… it’s a toy.” Unfamiliar with lying, Maya did not sound convincing. Toy?
Nicholas reached out to touch it but Wilbur pushed his hand away. “It’s mine! It’s mine!” He glared at Nicholas as if declaring ownership.
