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.

widely, she found herself smiling too.

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and Charlie had also arrived. Their hands were full of things

the stairs, they chatted about what

careers, the two of them had made considerable progress, earning more than they ever 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

had the

you that I saw Aurelia having dinner with some unknown guy one day?

his head to gaze at the stairs. He said, “Auri has grown up. Let her handle her own personal matters. Even when

of person he really is. There aren’t many men you

Xavier glanced

like that? Did I say something wrong?” Charlie was somewhat

strange, as if Xavier knew

nonchalant tone, “Nothing. Let’s hurry up the

now.” Charlie decided

door, they both frowned at the sight

entrance.

you here?” asked Charlie, clearly annoyed.

expression turned

expected to run into Xavier and Charlie.

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inwardly. Yet, on the surface, she maintained a radiant smile and said, “I came to visit Mom and both of

at how dramatically

ulterior motives. You’re not welcome today. If you

have a joyous reunion. Melanie had nothing to do with that.

wanting to see you. I know I made mistakes in the past, but now I’ve realized that I was

are my real family,” Melanie sincerely said

responded, “Today isn’t a good day to host you.

“I understand that

about to turn and leave, the door behind her

the door, surprised as she looked at

heard Charlie and Xavier’s voices outside, she went

I… I came to see you,” said Melanie with a surge of joy. Just moments ago, she was thinking of

her troubles and gain

could profit from that.

quite pleased to

also present that day. They had agreed to spend some

children

know how to respond

and Charlie here?” Aurelia’s voice

Aurelia?

not allowed in. So it turns out, Aurelia is there too.

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in

that voice, the smile faded from

she had last heard

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first greeted Xavier and Charlie before looking

been some time since she

exceptional makeup skills made her stand

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

seeing Melanie’s pretentious demeanor, Herbert, who had followed Aurelia to

an act. It’s so fake.”