The Pretentious Victim

"It's such a shame. I thought... maybe I had finally found a family member," Ella said helplessly as she set down the photo of the man. His features were clear and bore a striking resemblance to Grandma Carter's—about fifty percent similar!

She suddenly had a feeling that this man could very well be her biological uncle.

"Don't worry, I'll find him for you! I've never seen someone so stubborn before. His family is so poor, but he still refused the reward money," Eric said, shaking his head in frustration.

Some people, despite their lack of material wealth, have an unshakable pride. While this was hard for many to understand, Ella deeply respected such people.

But for now, they had left. All they could do was hope they returned soon and could finally solve the mystery of his identity.

Days passed, and soon a month had gone by.