My In-Laws Gave My Son $80K for His College Fund – When I Discovered Their True Intentions, I Kicked Them Out of My House

All three of them jumped. Doris recovered first, her face smoothing into a practiced smile.

“Clearly,” I said, looking directly at Johnny. “What’s going on?”

“Nothing,” Steven said quickly.

“Just discussing a surprise we’re planning for your birthday next week.”

“He wasn’t crying,” Doris said. “He’s just emotional. You know how teenagers are.”

I watched Steven’s hand move to Johnny’s shoulder, squeezing just a little too hard.

“Right, Johnny?” he urged.

Johnny nodded, not meeting my eyes.

“Yeah. Just… birthday stuff.”

I didn’t believe a word of it.

“What did you see, Johnny?” I asked directly.

“Emily,” Doris snapped. “You’re making this into something it’s not.”

“A birthday surprise,” she repeated.

“Now you’ve ruined it.”

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