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

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had also arrived. Their hands were

they chatted about what happened to them

area was rather old. Climbing

had the

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

his head to gaze at the stairs. He said, “Auri has grown up. Let her handle her own personal matters.

pursuing Auri, I need to understand what kind of person he really is. There aren’t many men you can

Xavier glanced at

you looking at me like that? Did I

he felt strange, as if Xavier knew something he

tone, “Nothing.

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

at the sight of Melanie standing at

entrance.

here?” asked Charlie, clearly

expression turned grim.

and Charlie. She

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

at how dramatically Melanie’s attitude

not welcome today. If you want to visit, come back

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

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

now. You guys are my real

responded, “Today isn’t

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

and

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

Xavier’s voices outside, she went to open the

you,” said Melanie with a surge of joy. Just moments ago, she was thinking of calling

would exaggerate her troubles and gain Phyllis‘ sympathy.

profit from

was quite pleased to

They had agreed to spend some quality time together as a

of the children were particularly

moment, Phyllis didn’t know how to respond to Melanie.

Aurelia’s voice rang out from

Aurelia?

allowed in. So it turns

Is It

nodded in

voice, the smile faded from

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

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the entrance, Aurelia first greeted Xavier and Charlie before looking

some time since she last saw

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

you at Mom’s place!” exclaimed

Herbert, who had followed Aurelia to the door,

an act. It’s so