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.

widely, she found

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Xavier and Charlie had also arrived. Their hands were full of things as

the stairs, they chatted about what happened

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.

had the same idea.

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

he lowered his head to gaze at the stairs. 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 decisions. After all, she has matured through her

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

Xavier

like that? Did I say

felt strange, as if

nonchalant tone, “Nothing. Let’s hurry

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

they both frowned at

entrance.

here?” asked Charlie, clearly

turned grim.

run into Xavier and Charlie. She had just composed

Is It

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

aback at how dramatically Melanie’s

scoffed. “You must be harboring ulterior motives. You’re not welcome today.

have a joyous reunion. Melanie had nothing to do

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 hope you can forgive me.”

are my real family,” Melanie sincerely said to

felt an inexplicable sensation. Frowning, he responded, “Today isn’t a good day to host you. Perhaps you can visit another

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

was just about to turn and leave, the

as she looked at

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

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

would exaggerate her troubles and gain

profit from

was quite pleased to see Melanie.

that day. They had agreed to spend some

all, none of the children were particularly fond of Melanie.

moment, Phyllis didn’t know how to respond

Xavier and Charlie here?” Aurelia’s voice rang

Aurelia?

not allowed in. So it turns out, Aurelia is

Why Is It

nodded in response.

heard that voice, the smile faded from her

a long time since she had last heard Melanie address

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first greeted Xavier

time since she last

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

you at Mom’s

followed Aurelia to the door, let out a cold snort.

act. It’s so

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