Six Brothers Plea for Forgiveness

Chapter 105

Big Brother was back? Alice wasn’t surprised. A sardonic smile played on her lips. So what? It doesn’t concern me.”

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“Luke’s quite ill, can’t handle company matters, so Big Brother found out. He also knows you top Daniels in the city.” Luke hadn’t expected her score; a complex mix of emotions welled. up inside him.

Alice’s tone was cold.“So?”

“Big Brother’s flight arrives tonight. You know his temper. I suggest you move back home. temporarily. After he leaves, you can move out again. Luke and I will keep it a secret.” He knew she’d moved out because of hurt feelings and needed to make amends.

Alice hadn’t expected Big Brother’s return, but it was inevitable after her exam; it happened in her past life too. She’d have to face it eventually.

Her expression didn’t change.“No, thanks.”

“Alice, there’s no need to confront Big Brother directly. You’ll only get hurt. You might even. implicate Jack; you know

know Big Brother’s temper; he’s capable of anything.” Alice felt a surge of frustration.“I know how to handle it. Don’t worry about me.”

She knew dealing with Big Brother would be difficult. But she wouldn’t accept Luke’s suggestion, Since she’d left, she wouldn’t be going back.

Luke sighed.“Alice, do you hate Luke and me that much?” He and Luke felt guilty and wanted to make it up to her, but she wouldn’t accept it. They were siblings; there shouldn’t be lasting grudges.

Alice’s eyes held a hint of mockery. “We cut ties. What you’re saying is irrelevant.” Back in the apartment, Alice ran a hand through her hair, feeling anxious. She wasn’t worried about herself, but about Jack. After her live stream, Jack still hadn’t returned. She waited on the couch, eventually falling asleep. She woke to the sound of the apartment door opening.

Alice opened her eyes to

figures: Jack,

up.“Did you go out

helped Gator to his room, unceremoniously tossing him onto the bed before returning to Alice. Something you

“Yes.”

shirt buttons. Alice quickly poured water, placing a glass of lemon water on Gator’s nightstand before rushing to Jack. She put

His gaze

tightening slightly. “What is it?” He guessed it had something to do with

new place to live. I won’t stay here

on her face, noticing her

because it’s not right for me to mooch off your place. I have money now, so I can buy my own, she mumbled, offering a flimsy

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with Gator

on the sofa, his shirt open, his collarbones exposed. Alice felt a strange pull at his relaxed posture. She lowered her eyes.

mood soured. She couldn’t imagine him being that close with another girl, sharing a bed. It

calm. I’m going to bed.”

turned and left, slamming the door quite forcefully, Jack

thoughtful; she even put

a message: the exam footage is out. Chloe was definitely cheating; the evidence is clear. What are you going to

smile touched Jack’s lips.“Exactly what needs

ignore it, but it was just self–deception. She’d suggested moving out so that if Big Brother found out where she

develop is about to launch. We need a final meeting with all

know how you feel, but we need to separate things. If you

“Who says

I’ll avoid them?”

sighed. I’ll be