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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rested the hor she

been present. Doesn’t your conscience twinge when you use me

her discharge from the hospital, she rarely displayed such a composed

at Madeline, standing in the

the breeze, unveiling her fair, straight calves. Nestled

suddenly lowered his

him. Madeline

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

hold animosity toward me starting the

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

forcing herself to

strands of hair that had strayed near her cheek I beli care about

of guilt in Benjamin’s heart

he first got to know Madeline, she

hardworking, and

happier with Winslet.

performed just as well as the boys in competitions and, in certain aspects, did

extend the conversation, yet

any further. The excessive talk will only stir melancholy within me. You also want the wedding agreement annulment banquet to proceed as scheduled without a hitch, don’t

seemed to escape Madeline as she retreated

weariness in her demeanor. He speculated that the past few days had affected her

instant, Benjamin’s

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

circumstances, Madeline’s feelings deserved

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of providing

an abrupt

men like Benjamin, who were shrouded

to speak, she would

now turned toward Benjamin, Madeline’s lips curled

dutifully

her belongings into trash

would remain within these walls,

escape or deliberately provoke

of herself earlier, could our disdain for her have been so

in high spirits and at an unusually

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

been so kind to her in the past. Perhaps we wouldn’t have wasted an entire month if we had been firmer from the onset. Oh, didn’t Henry