Chapter 82 Is It Really Worth It?

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Jordan maintained his composure as he spoke, “When you were adopted, our parents and I took care of all the formalities. The policy allowed us to adopt you only until you were eighteen. It’s quite a coincidence that you’ve returned just as you’re reaching adulthood. Maybe it’s destiny.

“However, there’s no need for concern. As siblings, I’ll ensure you receive five percent of Burnett Group’s shares as dividends, which will secure your financial future. If you choose to work, I’ll find a suitable position for you within the company.”

At this, Stephanie’s expression grew even paler, her hands clenching nervously as she shook with the weight of the news.

Could her charmed life be unraveling?

Impossible! She could not accept it!

She was a Burnett and the rightful heiress to Burnett Group. Her spirit would not be easily dimmed.

“I don’t want to go anywhere! I am a Burnett by birth, a Burnett till the end. I don’t want to leave!” Stephanie implored through tears.

Xavier chimed in, defending her, Jordan, she’s our sister. We’ve grown up together. How can we just cast her aside now? What if her biological family isn’t kind to her?”

Jonathan added anxiously, “Exactly. The adoption might be up, but we can renew it. I’m sure Mom and Dad wouldn’t want her to go.”

Jordan looked at Stephanie silently, contemplating

If Stephanie were truly honest and well–behaved, he could easily envision a peaceful future treating her as his real sister. However, that was not the case.

Setting past grievances aside, Jordan reflected on Stephanie’s short official tenure as a recognised family member. How often had she caused disturbances, both overtly and covertly? What if her luck ran out in the future?

she continually

joy–a stark contrast to her usual demeanour with the Burnetts–suggested a lingering emotional distance. At that moment, Jordan felt a twinge of

then, was dual–purpose: not only for Stephanie’s sake but

myself. That’s

drained and visibly shaken, collapsed into the nearest chair, tears

was just upset. He’s always been good to you; he won’t really send

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“Yeah, I think he was

a twinge of doubt. The serious look on their older

not hold back her fears any longer and burst into tears. “What should I do? I don’t want to

was nowhere to be seen. Under the weight of her predicament, and still just a

“Please, Stephanie, don’t cry, Xavier pleaded, trying to soothe her. “We’re right here with you, and as long as we’re together,

Jordan even listen to you?” Stephanie sobbed, her voice muffled

Jonathan paused. “Well…”

influence was limited; how could he expect their eldest brother to heed

them, said calmly, “We might not be able to change

“Who? Don’t leave us hanging at

tears subsided, hope

recently recovered from his surgery and is ready to

reassurance.

might not have the power to change Jordan’s decision,

Stephanie nodded and quickly dialled

buzzed in his pocket,

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