As the days went by, Wesley’s savings quickly disappeared. Being “independent” was far harder and more expensive than he’d expected. Tired and frustrated, he finally grasped just how much his parents do for him daily without asking for payment.

Feeling humbled, Wesley apologized sincerely. His parents reminded him that family is about helping each other out of love, not for money. The story closes with Wesley happily sharing a homemade dinner, ready to pitch in without complaints.