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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pause, Madeline gently rested the hor

your conscience twinge when you use me for mere amusement?"

hospital, she rarely displayed such a composed

at Madeline, standing in the

breeze, unveiling her fair, straight calves. Nestled beside her were

lowered

him. Madeline had been undeniably

he confessed with genuine remorse. "Yet, matters of the heart resist coercion. It's not

hoped that Madeline's resentment toward him might become less intense after the marriage agreement was annulled. "Maddie,

"No, I won't. I've made peace with the situation. I admit I once held genuine affection for you, but matters of the heart can't

was forcing herself to become an adept

that had strayed near her cheek I beli care about you. If this path brings you greater

weight of guilt in Benjamin's

know Madeline, she was not so susceptible

hardworking, and had

be happier with Winslet. In

performed just as well as the boys in competitions and, in certain aspects, did not seem like

extend the

not dwell on this any further. The excessive talk will only stir melancholy within me.

seemed to escape Madeline as she retreated

and fragile form, Benjamin noted a weariness in her demeanor.

instant, Benjamin's heart

so callously, especially considering her profound affection for him amidst the impending annulment Regardless of the circumstances, Madeline's

to you during the engagement banquet, you do not need to return them. Consider

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of providing

came to an abrupt halt, and she remained

of men like Benjamin,

continued to speak, she would probably

Benjamin, Madeline's lips curled

daytime, Madeline dutifully confined herself

methodically packed her belongings into trash bags, ready

a single strand of my hair would remain within these

to escape or deliberately provoke

of herself earlier, could our disdain for her have been so

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