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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arrived. Their hands were full

climbed the stairs, they chatted about

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 same idea.

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

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

somewhat 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. I can’t let Auri get hurt again.”

Xavier

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

if Xavier knew

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

must have arrived by now.” Charlie decided to ask Aurelia

both frowned at the

entrance.

asked Charlie, clearly

turned

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

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

aback at how dramatically Melanie’s

You’re not welcome today. If you want to

supposed to have a joyous reunion. Melanie had nothing to

to see you. I know I made

are my real family,” Melanie

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

her cheek. “I understand that you don’t welcome

and leave,

stood at the door, surprised as she looked at Melanie.

heard Charlie and Xavier’s voices outside, she went to

Melanie with a surge of joy. Just moments ago, she was thinking

her troubles and gain Phyllis‘

profit from

quite pleased to

also present that day. They had agreed to spend

of the children were particularly fond

a moment, Phyllis didn’t know how to respond

Aurelia’s voice rang out from

Aurelia?

in.

Why Is

in

the smile

had last heard Melanie address her in such

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the entrance, Aurelia first greeted Xavier

since she last saw Melanie.

exceptional makeup skills made her stand out.

so thrilled to see you at Mom’s place!” exclaimed Melanie

pretentious demeanor, Herbert, who had followed Aurelia to the

on an act. It’s so