Reborn for Revenge or A Second Chance At Vengeance

Chapter 158 Why Is It You

“Why is it you? Why did you come here?” demanded Herbert sternly.

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“I’m your sister and Mom’s biological daughter. Why shouldn’t I be here? It’s the weekend, so I came to visit Mom,” replied Melanie with a pretense of innocence.

She was extremely annoyed at Herbert.

Doesn’t he understand the importance of familial bonds? I’m his own sister, yet instead of treating me well, he’s treating me so poorly. What a display of bad manners!

With a cold expression, Herbert said, “You’re not welcome here today. In the future, call before you come. Don’t just show up at the door.”

With a loud thud, he promptly shut the door.

Today was a day for their family to reunite joyfully, so he didn’t want anyone to intrude, especially Melanie.

No matter how Melanie tried to disguise herself, he always had the feeling that she harbored ill intentions. She certainly wasn’t up to any good.

Melanie watched a

$ the door closed right before her. A scowl immediately appeared on her face.

She had rushed over on the weekend, hoping for a chance to see Xavier and deepen their bond. She even smelled the tantalizing aroma of food just a while ago.

Out of the corner of her eye, she had noticed the dining table was filled with a feast. It appeared as though the living room was filled with quite a number of items.

This could mean that Xavier had returned.

Yet, Herbert harbored such a deep animosity towards her.

Darn it! Herbert is so unlikable.

Phyllis, who heard the commotion, walked over and asked Herbert, “Who was knocking at the door just now?”

She had just gone to change her clothes again.

She liked the outfits that Aurelia had bought her.

Herbert replied, “Someone knocked on the wrong door.”

Phyllis didn’t think much of it. “What do you think of this outfit? Your sister truly has an impeccable taste. Every piece of clothing seems perfect for me.”

It had been many years since Phyllis had truly taken the time to dress up she seemed to catch a glimpse of her younger self.

Gazing into the mirror,

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She couldn’t help but feel touched.

“This outfit is also quite good,” complimented Herbert.

After cooking two dishes, Aurelia brought them out from the kitchen.

beaming so widely, she found

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Charlie had also arrived. Their hands were full of things as they ascended

the stairs, they chatted about

had before. They were even discussing the possibility of buying a house together. The residential area was rather old. Climbing the stairs every day was becoming a hassle. It was manageable once

the

dinner with some unknown guy one day?

taken aback, then he lowered his head to gaze at the stairs. He said, “Auri has grown up. Let her handle her own personal matters. Even when it comes

Auri, I need to understand what kind of person he really is. There

hearing this, Xavier

like that? Did I say

if Xavier knew something he didn’t.

replied in a nonchalant tone, “Nothing. Let’s

arrived by now.” Charlie decided to ask Aurelia about it during

door, they both frowned at the sight of Melanie standing at the

entrance.

here?” asked Charlie, clearly annoyed.

expression turned grim.

to run into Xavier and Charlie. She had just composed

Is

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maintained a radiant smile and said, “I came to visit Mom and both of you.”

was taken aback at how dramatically Melanie’s

You’re not welcome

family was supposed to have a joyous reunion. Melanie had nothing to

with tears, “You’re my brothers. There’s nothing wrong with me wanting to see you. I know I made mistakes in the past,

realize my mistake now. You guys are my real family,” Melanie

responded, “Today isn’t a good day to host you. Perhaps you can visit another

single tear rolled down her cheek. “I understand that you don’t welcome me. Fine, I’ll leave right now.”

was just about to turn and leave, the door behind her

the door, surprised as she

heard Charlie and Xavier’s voices outside, she went to open the door.

said Melanie with a surge of joy. Just moments ago, she was thinking of calling Phyllis after Xavier and Charlie

exaggerate her troubles and gain

profit from

pleased to

had agreed to spend some quality time together as

of the children were particularly fond

moment, Phyllis didn’t know how to

Xavier and Charlie here?” Aurelia’s voice rang out from the

Aurelia?

wonder I’m not allowed in. So it turns out, Aurelia is

Is

nodded in

that voice, the smile faded from her

long time since she had last heard Melanie address her in such a pretentious- sounding manner.

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the entrance, Aurelia first greeted Xavier and Charlie before looking at

had been some time since

her exceptional makeup skills made her stand

see you at Mom’s place!” exclaimed Melanie with great

followed Aurelia to the door, let out

an act. It’s so fake.”