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.

so widely, she found herself smiling too.

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and Charlie had also arrived. Their hands were full

they climbed the stairs, they chatted

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

had the

that I saw Aurelia having dinner with some unknown

the stairs. He said, “Auri has grown up. Let her handle her own personal matters. Even when it comes to suitors, she’ll be able to make her own decisions. After all, she

uneasy. “If someone’s pursuing Auri, I need to understand what kind of person he really is. There aren’t many men you can trust these days.

Xavier

like that? Did I say something

strange, as if

“Nothing. Let’s hurry up the stairs.”

car earlier. She must have arrived by now.” Charlie decided to ask Aurelia about it during the meal.

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

entrance.

you here?” asked

expression turned grim.

Xavier and Charlie. She had just composed herself

Is

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a radiant smile and said, “I

at how dramatically

harboring ulterior motives. You’re not welcome today.

to have a joyous reunion. Melanie had nothing

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

now. You guys are my

felt an inexplicable sensation. Frowning, he responded, “Today isn’t a

“I understand that you don’t welcome me. Fine,

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

the door, surprised as she looked at

and Xavier’s voices outside, she

I came to see you,” said Melanie with a surge of joy. Just moments ago, she was thinking of calling Phyllis after Xavier and Charlie

would exaggerate her troubles and

could profit

pleased to see Melanie.

agreed to spend

the children were particularly fond of

a moment, Phyllis didn’t know

are Xavier and Charlie here?” Aurelia’s voice

Aurelia?

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

Why Is

in response.

voice, the smile faded from her face.

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

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the entrance, Aurelia first greeted Xavier and

had been some time since she last

her exceptional makeup skills made her

so thrilled to see you at Mom’s place!” exclaimed Melanie with great surprise.

Aurelia to the door, let out a

on an act. It’s