My Repentant Brothers by Grace Edith

Chapter 35

Chapter 36

Winslet observed Madeline as she lowered her head and consumed her oatmeal in a subdued manner.

Unconsciously, a strategic scheme took shape in Winslet's mind.

Considering the family's strong preexisting aversion toward Madeline, she orchestrated a plan to intensify their negative opinions about her. Then, even as she returned to school, Madeline could not affect her.

With those thoughts

in mind, Winslet could not suppress a surge of exhilaration, leaving her brimming with enthusiasm as

she ascended the staircase,

Only after her departure did Madeline set aside her spoon, casting a deep gaze at Winslet's retreating figure.

Madeline knew that Winslet would not grant her the slightest respite. She would undoubtedly seize the opportunity to push her into a corner. Madeline stood up and ventured out into the courtyard.

Layla's gaze held unwavering vigilance.

1. ou. You cannot venture beyond the Larson residence until the annulment and the school enrollment "Madeline, I'm telling you. are complete.

"Refrain from entertaining any inappropriate thoughts. You can study or do other things during this year at home," she continued. "We'll do our utmost to support you. You should not think that the family will harm you. Madeline's countenance remained impassive.

She directed her attention to the plants and trees in the courtyard, her contemplation serene. "It has been eight months. since my return, and I've yet to witness any support from you," she said softly.

Layla's eyebrows twitched involuntarily when she heard Madeline argue with her again. The family is preoccupied at the moment. I have no inclination to deal with you. Don't come over and make things difficult for me." Madeline neither confirmed nor refuted Layla's assertion.

Inwardly, she was diligently preparing for her imminent departure from the Larson family.

"This time, I will leave the Larson family in Winslet's way," she resolved internally.

Madeline did not believe the Larson family would ever entertain remorse or repentance toward her during this lifetime. That was why she intended to sever her ties with the Larson family entirely and without reservation.

A faint smile tugged at the corners of her lips. Madeline had always been an adept performer.

There was only a mere 48 hours remaining until the engagement cancellation banquet.

Benjamin came by at noon.

After a short chat with Winslet, he saw Madeline, who was engrossed in weeding the courtyard. His demeanor appeared slightly unsettled.

"Maddie, you seem to be in a decent mood today," he commented. "Even if our compatibility is in question, and we dissolve the marriage arrangement, maintaining a friendship is plausible We can value each other's presence, and I'll hold you in the regard of a sister."

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rested the hor

Winslet have always been present. Doesn't your conscience twinge when you use me

her discharge from the hospital, she rarely displayed such a

Madeline, standing in the sunlight, wearing

dress' hem swayed gently in the breeze, unveiling her fair, straight calves. Nestled beside

lowered

dawned upon him. Madeline had been undeniably kind

genuine remorse.

continued rationality, Benjamin found himself desiring a further exchange of words. He hoped that Madeline's resentment toward him might become less intense after the marriage agreement was annulled. "Maddie, will you

face. "No, I won't. I've made peace with the situation. I admit I once

was forcing herself to

strayed near her cheek I beli care about you.

guilt

he first got to know Madeline, she was not so

very hardworking, and

be happier with Winslet. In fact,

just as well as the boys in competitions and, in

extend the

right, let's not dwell on this any further. The excessive talk will only stir melancholy within me.

seemed to escape Madeline as she

a weariness in her demeanor. He speculated that the past few

Benjamin's heart softened toward

callously, especially considering her profound affection for him amidst the impending annulment Regardless

to you during the engagement banquet, you

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providing compensation," he

steps came to an abrupt halt, and she

disdainful of men like Benjamin,

he continued to speak,

toward Benjamin, Madeline's lips curled into

Madeline dutifully confined

packed her belongings into trash bags, ready

a single strand of my hair would

escape or deliberately provoke Winslet. However, she did not expect

"Had she shown this side of herself earlier, could

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