Chapter 141 Kind-hearted Person

Margaret went to the kitchen to heat some milk, and Elinor, lost in her own thoughts, joined her. As the soft buzz of the microwave filled the space, Margaret spoke with a thoughtful tone, "People like him, who seem so strong and unyielding, are often the most fragile inside. They put on a facade of toughness, making the world think they're beyond hurt. However, in reality, nobody is immune to life's challenges. Everyone has their breaking point, right? Even the sturdiest oak can be swayed by a strong wind." Elinor stayed quiet, absorbing Margaret's words. It felt as though Margaret was articulating a notion that had evaded Elinor for a while. "The squeaky wheel gets the grease," she reflected, her voice laced with a hint of bitterness. "Sometimes, showing vulnerability is its own form of strength. However, he... he's constructed such a formidable barrier around himself, isolating him from the rest of the world." Margaret, stirring the milk, glanced over with a knowing expression.