The Remorseful Brothers

Chapter 36

Winslet observed Madeline as she lowered her head and consumed her oatmeal in a subdued manner.

Unconsciously, a strategic scheme took shape in Winslet’s mind.

Considering the family’s strong preexisting aversion toward Madeline, she orchestrated a plan to intensify their negative opinions about her.

Then, even as she returned to school, Madeline could not affect her.

With those thoughts

in mind, Winslet could not suppress a surge of exhilaration, leaving her brimming with enthusiasm as

she ascended the staircase,

Only after her departure did Madeline set aside her spoon, casting a deep gaze at Winslet’s retreating figure.

Madeline knew that Winslet would not grant her the slightest respite. She would undoubtedly seize the opportunity to push her into a corner.

Madeline stood up and ventured out into the courtyard.

Layla’s gaze held unwavering vigilance.

1. ou. You cannot venture beyond the Larson residence until the annulment and the school enrollment

“Madeline, I’m telling you. are complete.

“Refrain from entertaining any inappropriate thoughts. You can study or do other things during this year at home,” she continued. “We’ll do our utmost to support you. You should not think that the family will harm you.

Madeline’s countenance remained impassive.

She directed her attention to the plants and trees in the courtyard, her contemplation serene. “It has been eight months. since my return, and I’ve yet to witness any support from you,” she said softly.

Layla’s eyebrows twitched involuntarily when she heard Madeline argue with her again. The family is preoccupied at the moment. I have no inclination to deal with you. Don’t come over and make things difficult for me.”

Madeline neither confirmed nor refuted Layla’s assertion.

Inwardly, she was diligently preparing for her imminent departure from the Larson family.

“This time, I will leave the Larson family in Winslet’s way,” she resolved internally.

Madeline did not believe the Larson family would ever entertain remorse or repentance toward her during this lifetime. That was why she intended to sever her ties with the Larson family entirely and without reservation.

A faint smile tugged at the corners of her lips. Madeline had always been an adept performer.

There was only a mere 48 hours remaining until the engagement cancellation banquet.

Benjamin came by at noon.

After a short chat with Winslet, he saw Madeline, who was engrossed in weeding the courtyard. His demeanor appeared slightly unsettled.

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pause, Madeline gently rested the hor she

you use me for mere amusement?”

the hospital, she rarely

looked at Madeline, standing in the sunlight, wearing

straight calves.

lowered his

upon him. Madeline had been undeniably kind to

share a meaningful life with you, he confessed with genuine remorse. “Yet, matters of the heart resist coercion. It’s not fair for you

desiring a further exchange of words. He hoped that Madeline’s resentment toward him might become less intense after the marriage

you hold animosity toward me starting the

peace with the situation. I admit I once held genuine

was forcing herself to become an

had strayed near her cheek I beli care about

guilt in Benjamin’s

he first got to know Madeline, she was not

intelligent, very hardworking, and had unique insights into

be happier with Winslet. In fact,

as the boys in competitions and, in certain aspects, did not seem like someone from

extend the

talk will only stir melancholy within me. You also want the wedding agreement annulment

as she retreated into the confines of the

and fragile form, Benjamin noted a weariness in her demeanor. He speculated that the past

instant, Benjamin’s heart

should not have treated her so callously, especially considering her profound affection for him amidst the

circumstances, Madeline’s feelings deserved

presented to you during the engagement banquet,

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of providing compensation,”

abrupt halt, and she remained

had grown disdainful of men like Benjamin,

to speak, she would probably

her back now turned toward Benjamin, Madeline’s lips curled into a

dutifully confined herself to the

belongings into trash bags, ready

strand of my hair would remain

was a bit surprised. She had thought Madeline might try to escape or deliberately provoke Winslet. However, she did not expect Madeline to

she shown this side of herself earlier, could our disdain

spirits and at an unusually early

receiving Layla’s account of Madeline’s present disposition, he exhibited nonchalance. “After all, she’s still a child, not yet fully

we had been firmer from the