[Mmm... his smile turns a little wry, at that, and something complicated seeps through his emotions, though it's gone again quickly enough, replaced by an old sort of acceptance. Resignation, almost.]
Even if they don't, it's fine as long as they're safe and happy. My parents are getting older now, so I don't want them to worry about my siblings being provided for. I don't need to be home to make sure they have what they need, and I don't need half the money I have anyway.
[Sometimes you are just obnoxiously rich so you use it to spoil your family... it happens]
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You tried, at least. Some people can't even say that much.
[But he gets it, both the trying and the difficulty. The fact that he, too, chose ambition over family. The vibe is definitely understanding.]
I think they understood. Even if it seems like they may hurt, I think, regardless, they understand. Usually.
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Even if they don't, it's fine as long as they're safe and happy. My parents are getting older now, so I don't want them to worry about my siblings being provided for. I don't need to be home to make sure they have what they need, and I don't need half the money I have anyway.
[Sometimes you are just obnoxiously rich so you use it to spoil your family... it happens]