My Repentant Brothers by Grace Edith

Chapter 158

Chapter 158

Winslet had been extra cautious lately, keenly aware of Jasmine's fate and determined to avoid a similar downfall. She stayed out of trouble and kept her distance from Madeline. Now, on the verge of reaching her goals and leaving Acaceste behind, she knew she couldn't afford any mistakes.

Her face had healed well, but each morning, looking in the mirror brought a wave of discomfort. There was still some swelling, and her once charmingly rounded face had been reshaped into a more defined, oval shape. Her nose

had been refined and her eyes reshaped, but it was her sore lips that troubled her most. Even sipping water was painful. The nurse, Rory Ray, stood by, preparing her medication. "Ms. Larson, you're recovering well. Don't worry," Rory said. Feeling a mix of frustration and unease, Winslet asked, "Rory, do you think I looked better before or after the surgery?"

Rory hesitated before responding with a reassuring smile. "You look much better now. The surgery was worth it" Despite Rory's reassurance, Winslet felt even more distressed. She had always been beautiful in her own right and didn't want to feel like an imposter with a face that didn't truly belong to her.

"Mr. Horton is coming soon. Do I look presentable?" Winslet asked.

"You've be

healed a lot," ko

Kory replied with a nod. "With a bit of makeup, you'll be just fine."

Winslet began applying makeup to shape her features to resemble Madeline's. She then selected a dress from Madeline's old wardrobe and put it on. This dress is so cheap and uncomfortable," she muttered.

hated this new face-Madeline's face-but

muscles still didn't move quite right due to the

woman sitting on the couch.

her to come closer. "Winnic, come over

woman, Emma Horton, looked puzzled.

just a nickname." Sharon said smoothly, her expression unwavering despite the lie. I thought the old name didn't suit her, so I decided to change it. Winslet seemed more modern and fitting for her." "Okay. Emma nodded, seemingly convinced. She then pulled out a check and handed it to Winslet. "Here,

was in the millions. She nearly lost her composure but managed to stay calm as she handed the check back. "Mrs. Horton, I can't accept such a generous gift. She had to maintain the appearance of a lady of quality. Emma insisted. "Nonsense.

they chatted, Emma glanced at Winslet and tilted her head slightly. "You looked

so busy taking care of me lately that she's put on a little weight. She's such a devoted daughter. Then, she thought. I'll make sure Winslet starts a diet

is important, too. It's clear that she's

location in the capital for the two of you. Once you have time, you can meet with the designer and discuss the interior." Winslet blinked in stunned disbelief as Emma added, "And we'll transfer the house to your name. Now that Nick has completed his studies and you're both starting a family, my husband and I have

rapital with her name on the deed. Winslet felt as

have a fancy education? I've won,

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our other children's marriages same way," Emma said nonchalantly. The union between

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