Reborn to my engagement night by Baxter Walters

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“Even if you lack Hayden’s skills, you absolutely cannot afford to fall short when it comes to spirit! Understand? Or else. I’ll just have to teach you a lesson myself!” Madelyn declared with vigor, her fist punching the air as she sported a mock–threatening expression.

Startled, Josiah instinctively shrank back, his voice tinged with a helpless plea, “Come on, can’t you go easy just this once? You’re supposed to be recovering from that injury, yet here you are, stirring things up. Are you trying to aggravate your condition even further?”

Madelyn, undeterred and puffing with determination, raised her fist once more, defiantly retorting, “What does it matter if my hand isn’t fully healed yet? Even with this injured hand, I’m more than capable of taking you down if I have to.”

Once again, Josiah flinched, his fear evident.

On the sidelines, Tristan and Jillian couldn’t help but chuckle at the unfolding drama, finding the entire exchange rather comical.

At that moment, a distinguished–looking young man, guiding another in a wheelchair who had a sun- kissed, bronze complexion, made their approach.

They were none other than the two elder brothers of Josiah

Without missing a beat, Josiah excitedly started introducing everyone around. “Let me introduce you.” he enthusiastically started. This is my oldest brother, Mason, and right here is my second brother, Xander. And to my brothers, these are my classmates, Madelyn and Jillian.”

As for Tristan, no lengthy introductions were necessary since the Blumes were well acquainted with him already.

“Hello. Mason and Xander! Josiah’s always speaking so highly of you. He praises you to the skies, talking about your success and good looks. Meeting you today, I see he wasn’t exaggerating, Jillian remarked with

a smile.

Madelyn greeted the brothers with a cordial smile, her manner polite yet infused with a natural innocence and charm, which immediately endeared her to Mason and Xander, greatly enhancing their first impression of her.

“I understand Ms. Thornton has been keeping an eye on Josiah recently? That must have been quite the challenge, as handling him is like dealing with a monkey. We’ll be counting on your patience moving forward,” Mason commented, his tone even and serene

“Well, every troublemaker has their own jinx. No one in our family could manage him before, but it looks like he’s finally met his match,” Xander added, laughing from the side.

lose his temper momentarily. “Are you guys even my real brothers! Show some respect,

expected the brothers to be more serious, but their banter

the group continued their lively conversation, the atmosphere was filled with joviality and everyone seemed to genuinely enjoy

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chuckle escaping her lips. “Looks like it’s about time. We should probably head over to greet Old

agreement,

observing from a distance, a look of

the past few days, he had been gathering information on

like Jillian and Tristan,

flock together. It’s no surprise since rats like them should stick

banquet hall, Janessa observed I

by people flattering him, she felt a pang

to broaden her network. But now, she realized that Josiah, regarded by both outsiders and

and the group had reached Felix!

moment, Josiah’s parents, Benedict and Mary, were already there, conversing amiably with a man whose presence was notable for his distinguished

none

instant, Madelyn’s voice, warm and clear, called out, “Old

the sight of Madelyn, radiant as if bathed in celestial light, prompting him to joyously exclaim, “Oh, where did this little

do you hail from, birthday star?” Madelyn playfully shot back, her words sparking

greeting. “Old Mr. Blume, on this auspicious day of your birthday, I extend my wishes for days as joyous

eloquent wishes, Felix couldn’t help but chuckle, “Thank you, my dear. Just by gracing this old man’s birthday celebration with your presence you’ve

Mr. Blume, you flatter me too much. In fact, I regret not visiting you sooner. I still owe you thanks for your help last time, Madelyn responded, her smile singere,

age. You’ve shown more initiative than our little Josiah here. And now, having married such a promising young manlike Mr. Lockhart, it seems your life is on a very fulfilling path. Ah, if only our Josiah could possess half of your wisdom, I’d be ecstatic.”

ripples of laughter through the gathered crowd.

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