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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also arrived. Their hands

stairs, they chatted about what happened to

area was rather old. Climbing the stairs every day was becoming a hassle. It was manageable once or twice, but the daily

the same idea.

having dinner with some unknown guy one day? Could he be her suitor?” Charlie suddenly

personal matters. Even when it comes to suitors, she’ll be able to make her own decisions. After all, she has matured through her

kind of person he really is. There aren’t many men you can trust these days. I can’t

hearing this, Xavier glanced

why are you looking at me like that? Did I

as if

a nonchalant tone, “Nothing. Let’s hurry

arrived by now.” Charlie decided to ask Aurelia about it

both frowned at the sight of Melanie

entrance.

here?” asked Charlie,

expression turned

run into Xavier and Charlie. She had just

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maintained a radiant smile and said, “I

aback at how dramatically Melanie’s attitude

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

was supposed to have a joyous reunion. Melanie had nothing to do

see you. I know I made

guys are my real family,” Melanie sincerely

isn’t a good day

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

and leave, the door behind her

stood at the door, surprised as she looked at Melanie. “Mel?”

Charlie and Xavier’s voices outside, she went to open the

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

exaggerate her troubles and gain

she could profit from that.

quite pleased

had agreed to spend some quality time together as

the children were particularly

a moment, Phyllis didn’t know how to respond to

and Charlie here?” Aurelia’s voice rang out

Aurelia?

allowed in. So it turns

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heard that voice, the smile

had last heard Melanie address her in such a

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greeted Xavier and Charlie before looking

been some time since she

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

to see you at Mom’s

who had followed Aurelia to the door, let out

an act. It’s so

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