1. The Rich Uncle
Alvin wants a new laptop. His parents are poorthough. His mom
recently lost her job. His dad recently quit his job. Alvin knows that he
can't ask his parents for a laptop. He decidesto ask his rich uncle
Todd.He drives over to Todd's house.Todd's house is beautiful. It has
three stories.There is a chandelier on the ceiling. There are expensive
paintings all over the place. There are five bedroomsand four
bathrooms. Alvin wishes he could live there.
Todd offers him something to eat. Alvin says, "No, thanks. I already
ate." Todd asks him why he is coming.Alvin does not know what to
say. He does not want to come off as rude. "My laptop is really old, and
I need a laptop for school.I would ask my parents, but they don't have
jobs anymore," Alvin says.
"I understand," Todd says. Todd takes out $800 from his wallet and
gives it to Alvin. Alvin jumps up and down. He has never felt so happy
in his entire life. His mom asks Alvin why he is so happy. Alvin does
not say anything. He doesn'twant to make his mom feel bad.
