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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gently rested the hor she held

your conscience twinge when you use me for mere amusement?” Madeline asked, offering Benjamin a smile that

discharge from the hospital, she rarely displayed such a

at Madeline, standing in the sunlight, wearing a

her fair, straight calves. Nestled beside her were white

suddenly lowered

him. Madeline had been undeniably kind to

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

words. He hoped that Madeline’s resentment toward him might become less intense after

me starting the day

Madeline’s face. “No, I won’t. I’ve made peace with the situation. I admit I once held genuine affection for you, but matters of the heart

to become an adept

near her cheek I beli care about you. If this path brings

guilt in Benjamin’s

know Madeline, she was not so susceptible to

very hardworking, and had unique insights

with Winslet. In fact, I

the boys in competitions and, in certain aspects, did

extend the conversation, yet Madeline

right, let’s not dwell on this any further. The excessive talk will only stir melancholy within me. You also want the wedding agreement annulment banquet to proceed

as she retreated into the

weariness in her demeanor. He speculated that

an instant, Benjamin’s heart softened

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

circumstances, Madeline’s feelings deserved

items I presented to you during the engagement banquet, you do not need to return them.

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of providing compensation,” he

steps came to an abrupt halt, and she

men like Benjamin, who were shrouded in

he continued to speak, she would probably

turned toward Benjamin, Madeline’s lips curled into a

the daytime, Madeline dutifully confined herself to

into trash bags,

of my hair would

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

shown this side of herself earlier, could our disdain for her have

in high spirits and at an

a child, not yet fully matured mentally. When the family applies pressure, she understands the

if we had been firmer from the onset. Oh, didn’t Henry give Winnie a car? When