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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Madeline gently rested the hor she held "Is

use me for mere amusement?" Madeline asked, offering Benjamin

rarely displayed such

at Madeline, standing in the sunlight, wearing a

her fair, straight

lowered

dawned upon him. Madeline had been undeniably

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

him might become less intense after the marriage agreement was annulled. "Maddie, will you hold animosity

faint smile appeared on Madeline's face. "No, I won't. I've made peace with the situation. I admit I once held

to become

had strayed near her cheek I beli care about you. If this path brings you greater joy, I should be content

of guilt in

to know Madeline, she was not so susceptible

intelligent, very hardworking, and had unique insights into

be happier with Winslet. In fact, I

boys in competitions and, in certain aspects, did

to extend the conversation,

right, let's not dwell on this any further. The excessive talk will only stir melancholy within me. You also want the wedding agreement annulment banquet to proceed as

to escape Madeline as she retreated into the confines of the

Benjamin noted a weariness in her demeanor.

Benjamin's heart

callously, especially considering her profound affection for him amidst

the items I presented to you during the engagement banquet, you do not need to return them.

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providing

to an abrupt halt, and she remained completely

of men like Benjamin, who were

to speak, she would probably

her back now turned toward Benjamin, Madeline's lips curled into a

Madeline dutifully

belongings into trash bags, ready for

single strand of my hair would remain

bit surprised. She had thought Madeline might try to escape or deliberately provoke Winslet. However, she did not expect Madeline to be

"Had she shown this side of herself earlier, could our disdain for her have

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