Chapter 38

Alice had delicate features and a calm demeanor, but her eyes were stubborn, carrying a hint of rebellion. She firmly replied, “Even a hundred times, I still refuse,” she said firmly. Chloe seized the opportunity.“Brother, don’t be angry. I have a tutor helping me catch up, and I’ll improve my grades soon. Alice is working hard on her practice questions, and I’m going to learn from her, I promise!”

Noah chimed in, “Brother, I’ll handle their grades. Don’t worry.”

But Ethan was furious, Stop making excuses for Alice! I know her personality too well. Just because Chloe came to the Welch family, she’s been uncomfortable and looking for trouble! Alice, let me tell you, no matter how much you sulk or threaten to run away, it won’t change the fact that Chloe is part of our family. Even if you leave, she won’t.”

Alice lowered her head, her expression unreadable. Noah looked at her, feeling sympathy. “Alice, Brother didn’t mean it that way!”

Alice looked up, her gaze cold and distant. “I don’t care,‘ she replied, leaving the private room. Noah’s expression changed, wanting to chase after her, but Lu Dong’s furious voice stopped him,, Stop right there, Noah! You’re too soft–hearted, that’s why she’s manipulating you!”

Noah sighed, “Brother, it’s not like that.” Alice had changed. In the past, he would have thought she was just throwing a tantrum. But remembering her expression earlier filled him with worry; he had never seen her look like that before.

Chloe interjected, “Brother, Noah, please stop arguing. It’s my fault for not doing well on the exam. If only I were as smart as Alice. I wish I were as smart as Alice

Ethan’s tone softened. ‘It’s not your fault. Luke’s team took up your time. Noah told me what happened. Chloe, don’t defend Alice. Just because she’s family, we won’t favor her.”

Chloe smiled through her tears, “Thank you, Brother. I’ll work hard from now on.” In this family, Ethan was the hardest to please. Plus, since he was rarely home, Chloe had always been a bit scared of him. Thankfully, Alice had given her a great opportunity to shine today. But Noah felt Ethan had misunderstood Alice. “Brother, Alice also participated in the competition. If it weren’t for her efforts, we wouldn’t have won the revival match.”

“I almost forgot. I almost forgot. She pretended to refuse joining the sixth team to force them to beg her, but when Chloe showed up, she felt uncomfortable and secretly practiced, just waiting to show off in front of you guys.”

“Brother, that’s not true.” Noah felt helpless. He saw Ethan’s attitude towards Alice, realizing he’d been the same way. Was that why Alice had her heart broken and distanced herself from them?

say a word. He realized he had been unfair. The real problem

absence. He felt

tried calling Alice; but there was no

the mirror, she saw her red–rimmed eyes. She’d decided not to let the Welch family affect her, yet Ethan’s words still

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here?” Alice looked up to see Jack and nervously lowered her head, “I’m here

tightly. She wished she could shrink into Jack’s embrace, not wanting her second brother to see her here. Jack was momentarily stunned, looking down at the girl clinging to him, her warmth almost intoxicating. He felt a strange urge to create some

it looked like they were a couple in love. Jack raised an eyebrow, surprised by

composed man was at a loss for what

room. She realized their intimate position. and noticed how tall Jack was. She was almost on her tiptoes, and he had to lean down

of the elevator, and I didn’t want him to see me, so I borrowed

squinted, probably guessing why she was here and why she was feeling down. His voice was teasing, “You could

surprised.“No.” Since the person standing next to her was Jack, she instinctively sought refuge in his embrace.

better, “Did you come to eat with them?” “Yes. They said it was to celebrate my good exam results.” she said sarcastically. She noticed him. with a beautiful woman

tenth this

pride. “It’s okay. I have a chance to aim for Harvard University now.”

Jack smiled, “Have

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