Reborn to my engagement night by Baxter Walters

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“Let’s go!” Madelyn declared. Ignoring the displeased expression on Hayden’s face, she promptly led Josiah and the others away without a second thought,

Once they had covered a certain distance, Madelyn let out a sigh of relief. She glanced over at Josiah and noticed his complexion looked extremely terrible.

The usually boisterous and rowdy boy had fallen completely silent. His eyes were a deep abyss of darkness, their profound depth making it impossible to decipher his thoughts.

Meanwhile, Tristan stood to one side, watching. He let out a helpless sigh, unsure of what to say.

This was the first time Jillian had seen Josiah in such a reticent state. She had to admit, it was somewhat intimidating. Clinging tightly to Madelyn’s hand, she didn’t even dare to breathe.

Madelyn, on the other hand, appeared outwardly calm, yet her mind was incessantly replaying the circumstances surrounding Josiah.

In reality. Josiah’s father held the highest rank in the family, while Hayden’s father was second in line.

Before Josiah was born, he had two older brothers. His eldest brother was a natural–born soldier who had achieved the rank of colonel at a young age. He was greatly esteemed by his family and adored by his

soldiers.

However, a few years ago, an unexpected car accident cost him the use of his legs. Despite the Blume family’s relentless efforts to treat him, the results were less than satisfactory. Gradually, he felt as though he had become half a cripple, and his spirit started to fade away.

As for Josiah’s other older brother, there was even less to say. From a young age, he had always been in poor health. After growing up, he failed his physical examination and was unable to join the military. Therefore, he had to find a new path and became a lawyer.

Precisely because his elder brothers were not faring well, Josiah’s father had placed all his hopes and expectations on his youngest son, wishing for him to single–handedly uphold the family’s honor.

Unexpectedly, it was precisely because of this that Josiah lost the childhood he was supposed to have. From the moment Josiah could remember, his life had been filled with nothing but relentless pressure from his family, and days that were thoroughly scheduled.

unclear what transpired, but Josiah slowly became more and more rebellious, stubbornly refusing

pleaded with him to stay put, but he insisted on going out to play. It was as though he was resisting

good–for–nothing, idle and undutiful son who lacked any real skills.

may seem indifferent on the surface, but in reality, these matters always

in his heart.

share these matters

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knew so much was that, in their past lives, they were both unfortunate souls who shared a similar fate. This common hardship led them to become the

they came to deeply understand each other, sharing

let out a deep sigh,

to watch as Josiah falls from grace

back to her senses,

forward, nearly tumbling over. He turned around, unable to

by Madelyn’s bold actions. They quickly stepped forward to hold her back, saying. “Let’s talk this through calmly. Please don’t be impulsive.”

was just a minor officer, you know. Was there really a need for you to wear

know!” Josiah shouted, his voice full of anger and frustration. “You hardly know anything about my family affairs. How dare you judge me

What kind of future can someone of his caliber have? If you were to join the military, you’d definitely achieve more than him. Is it really worth it to get

air seemed to pause for

low voice, “You overestimate me. What kind of future could I possibly have?” His tone was

his dispirited demeanor, Madelyn had the urge to slap him, and she did exactly that.

of deep disappointment, “Josiah, could you please take a look at yourself? With your pathetic attitude, it’s no

power and make everyone ever looked down on me regret it, one by one! Did you see how Hayden was acting just now? I swear, I wanted to kick him to death right then and there. But now

Josiah was already quite agitated, and