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

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hands were full of things as they

climbed the stairs, they chatted

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

had the same idea.

if I told you that I saw Aurelia having dinner with some unknown guy one day? Could he be her suitor?” Charlie suddenly thought of

own personal matters. Even when it comes to suitors, she’ll be able to make her

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

hearing this, Xavier glanced at Charlie.

looking at me like that? Did I

felt strange, as if Xavier knew something he

“Nothing.

arrived by now.” Charlie decided to ask Aurelia about

both frowned at the sight of Melanie standing

entrance.

here?” asked Charlie, clearly

expression turned grim.

into Xavier and Charlie. She

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towards her, she cursed inwardly. Yet, on the surface, she maintained a radiant smile and

at how

not welcome today. If you want to

a joyous reunion. Melanie had nothing to do with

her eyes welling up 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 was wrong. I

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

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

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

just about to turn and

door, surprised as she looked at Melanie.

voices outside, she went to open the

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

her troubles and gain Phyllis‘

profit from that.

pleased to

that day. They had agreed to spend some quality time together as a family.

the children were

Phyllis didn’t know how to

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

Aurelia?

wonder I’m not allowed in. So it turns

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in

the smile faded

had been a long time since she had last heard Melanie address her in

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Aurelia first greeted Xavier and Charlie before

had been some time since she last

complexion looked average, but her exceptional makeup skills made her stand out. At first sight,

to see you at Mom’s

Herbert, who had followed Aurelia to the door,

an act.