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 found

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Xavier and Charlie had also arrived. Their hands

they chatted about what happened

the possibility of buying a house together. The residential area was rather old. Climbing the stairs every day was becoming a hassle. It was manageable once or twice, but the daily grind was beginning to take a

the

with some unknown guy one day?

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 experience

really is. There aren’t many men you can trust these days. I can’t let Auri get hurt

Xavier glanced

why are you looking at me like that? Did I say something wrong?” Charlie was somewhat

strange, as if Xavier knew something he didn’t.

replied in a nonchalant tone, “Nothing. Let’s hurry up

car earlier. She must have arrived by now.” Charlie

at the sight of Melanie

entrance.

asked Charlie,

expression turned

hadn’t expected to run into Xavier and Charlie. She

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her, she cursed inwardly. Yet, on the surface, she maintained a

taken aback at how dramatically Melanie’s attitude had

ulterior motives. You’re not welcome today. If you want to visit, come

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

her lower lip, 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 hope you can

You guys are

he responded, “Today isn’t a good

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

she was just about to turn and leave,

stood at the door, surprised as she looked at Melanie.

voices outside, she went

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

troubles and gain Phyllis‘

profit

was quite pleased

that day. They had agreed

children were particularly

know how to

Charlie here?” Aurelia’s voice

Aurelia?

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

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nodded in

voice, the

time since she had last heard Melanie address her in such a pretentious-

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reaching the entrance, Aurelia first greeted Xavier and Charlie before looking at Melanie.

time since

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

to see you at Mom’s place!” exclaimed Melanie

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

an act. It’s so fake.”

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