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

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arrived. Their hands were full of

climbed the stairs, they chatted about

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

had the same idea.

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

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

pursuing Auri, I need to understand what kind of person he really is. There

Xavier glanced

Did

strange, as if

in a nonchalant tone, “Nothing. Let’s

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

door, they both frowned at the

entrance.

you here?” asked

expression turned

Charlie.

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

aback at how

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

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

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

truly realize my mistake now. You guys are

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

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

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

door, surprised as she looked at

heard Charlie and Xavier’s voices outside, she went

came to see you,” said Melanie with a surge of joy. Just moments

would exaggerate her troubles

profit from

was quite pleased to see Melanie.

that day. They had agreed to

of the children were particularly fond of

know

here?” Aurelia’s voice

Aurelia?

secretly. No wonder I’m not allowed in. So it turns out,

Is

nodded in

voice, the smile faded from her face.

had been a long time since she had last heard Melanie address her in such a pretentious- sounding manner.

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Xavier and Charlie before looking

time since she last

skills made her stand out. At first sight, she still

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

Melanie’s pretentious demeanor, Herbert, who had followed Aurelia to the door, let out a

an act.