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.

she found herself smiling too.

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Xavier and Charlie had also arrived. Their hands

chatted

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 or twice,

had the same idea.

saw Aurelia having dinner with some unknown guy one day? Could

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 has

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

this, Xavier glanced at Charlie.

why are you looking at me like that? Did I say something

as if

nonchalant tone, “Nothing. Let’s

saw Auri’s car earlier. She must have arrived by now.” Charlie decided to ask Aurelia about it during the

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

entrance.

here?” asked Charlie,

expression turned

to run into Xavier and Charlie. She had just composed herself

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their indifference towards her, she cursed inwardly. Yet, on the surface, she maintained a radiant smile and said, “I came to visit

taken aback at how dramatically Melanie’s

welcome today. If you want to visit, come

to have a joyous reunion. Melanie had nothing

lower lip, her eyes welling up with tears, “You’re my brothers. There’s nothing wrong with me wanting to see you. I know I made

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

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

understand that you don’t welcome

about to turn and leave, the door

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

would exaggerate her troubles and gain

she could profit from

pleased to

had agreed to spend

children were particularly fond

know how to

Charlie here?” Aurelia’s

Aurelia?

in. So it turns out, Aurelia is

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nodded in

the

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

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first greeted Xavier and Charlie before looking at

time since she

made her stand out. At first sight, she still

you at

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

on an act.