Chapter 16

Theodore stumbled out of his room, looking flustered. “Sis, what’s wrong?”

Isabella glared at him, her eyes brimming with tears. Her shoulders heaved as she struggled to contain her anger. “You’re faking being sick just to avoid–school… Do you even

understand? **Of all pursuits, studying is paramount!** If you don’t want to be bullied anymore in the future, you must study hard!”

Theodore instantly caved, his sharp peach blossom,eyes drooping. “Sis, I was wrong.”

Isabella’s voice trembled with frustration. “Theodore, I am willing to shield you from storms, but the world is vast, and not all storms can be blocked for you”

“Reflect on this properly.”

She angrily grabbed his school bag and slammed the door on her way out.

Theodore pouted. “Why is she so fiery?”

When the door creaked open again, he smirked knowingly. “I

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knew she couldn’t stay mad for long.”

However, the sound of polished leather shoes echoed in the room. Theodore’s heart sank as a stern middle–aged man strode in behind him.

Turning to face the man, Theodore calmly asked, “You’re here for the ‘Flower Protector, right?”

The man tossed a thick envelope at him. Without waiting for an explanation, Theodore immediately guessed the visitor’s

purpose.

disdain. “Trying to buy me off with money?”

“You’re sharp for your age. Listen, young man, you’ve gotten yourself

back. Despite the distance, the envelope landed on the man’s hands with such precision that its sharp edges

just to protect Nathan’s reputation. Madam Hill truly spares no expense. But what if I said I don’t need her money?”

you could name your price if you cooperate and revise your statements.”

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After all, no

prowess.

sending someone to negotiate. I’m

exactly are

not worthy of knowing my name.”

and the room was

but you’ll need to come with us.”

was filled with reluctance. He knew resisting would risk exposing his identity, which would only bring more trouble to

moment–I need to leave a

man hesitated but eventually nodded, motioning

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of clothes. sewn by Isabella herself. He left a note on the table:

**“Sis,

been away from home for a

for now. We’ll meet again

-Theodore“**

without looking back.

empty room. She slumped onto the sofa,

parting with a pet would leave

only wish you success and fulfillment in

had diverged for

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