My Repentant Brothers by Grace Edith

Chapter 240

Bella's body couldn't help but mission

stiffen slightly. She looked at her husband Lincoln, hoping he would say something to help her decline this difficult

But Lincoln just meekly lowered his head, staring at the floor. "Mom entrusts you with such an important task. Aren't you going to accept it right away?" Bella suppressed the chill inside and forced a smile that looked more like a grimace, her face turning a bit pale. I got it, Ruth."

Bella pinched Lincoln hard in frustration. Madeline alone could outmatch all of the members of Thomas' family combined. In the past, Vanessa had always gotten her way because of her parents' indulgence and never suffered any losses. But she got severely beaten up by Madeline. But her usually overprotective parents didn't even dare to utter a word when they returned home.

Bella quickly went to inquire about Madeline's background. Madeline had Caleb as her powerful backing. Caleb was the kind of man people couldn't afford to mess with. Being in the entertainment industry, Bella knew full well that there were plenty of people in the criminal and law-abiding worlds who were not to mess with. With their enormous strength and influence, those underworld figures in particular could still prosper in society. They were like dragons hiding in the depths; anyone who got their attention might be in danger. Bella was very irritated right now Nobody would dare provoke Madeline, not even the sharp-witted and cunning Sharon. Being sent to discipline her made Bella very afraid.

Ruth's fierce instructions made their minds racing. Harley's family was sent to discipline them; Henry's family was responsible for their work, and Jacob's family was tasked with looking after Madeline. Ruth nodded with satisfaction, feeling that she truly was a master strategist. Such little things were best left to their subordinates to handle. "It's been years since Thomas last saw you. Be kind and friendly when you meet him later. Don't scare him off," she said.

Yvette's smile was shallow, she thought to herself that Ruth was the intimidating one.

Ruth turned to Sharon, who was sitting upright and poised. "Sharon, you have always been meticulous. You'll go to help them settle in."

Sharon could only manage a bitter smile, thinking, 'Does Ruth know what she is doing? I've seriously offended Thomas' family in the past. I don't know what's waiting for me if I face Madeline" "Ruth, won't they be living with us here?"

said with a disdainful look on her

taught proper manners. She was worried that if they moved back in, they might corrupt the family's traditions and decorum. But most importantly,

the car had already pulled up to the

to get out, eager to

newly paved driveway, the impressive mansion gate, and the two security guards standing at

the exquisite imposing

and rafters, and the peaceful courtyard could be

like our former commercial villa. The

mood. "No matter how grand this place is, it's not our home. Why do you always think about these trivial things! These things don't matter once we get

however, was in high spirits. She adjusted her clothes and used her phone to check her

car. The family of seven followed Vanessa as they entered the

the security guards, Take a good look. These are my uncle Thomas, his wife, and their sons. If they visit again in the future, don't treat them like strangers and try to drive them away although they may not

while since you've been back. I'm afraid you've forgotten how strict our family rules are. But that's okay, you'll get used to it again." Something uneasy settled in

she forced herself to ignore the unease. Better days were ahead, so she could bear this. But the feeling of oppression was all too real as soon as they stepped into the hall and saw a scene akin to a trial. Layla consoled herself inwardly. "That's just the nature of large families. A wealthy household has many members, lots of rules, and a generally cold and serious attitude. Everything is as is should be. They are elite, after all.

let out a cold laugh. "Hah, are you all dead! Don't you know how

the