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.

be in a decent mood today,” he commented. “Even if our compatibility is in question, and we dissolve the marriage arrangement, maintaining a friendship is plausible We can value each other’s presence, and I’ll hold you in

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pause, Madeline gently rested the

Doesn’t your conscience twinge when you use me for mere amusement?”

rarely displayed

in the sunlight,

unveiling her fair, straight calves. Nestled beside her were white daisies, blooming

suddenly lowered his

upon him. Madeline had been undeniably kind

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

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

me starting the day after tomorrow?” Benjamin

I’ve made peace with the situation. I admit I once held genuine

herself to become

near her cheek I beli care about

guilt in

first got to know Madeline, she was

was intelligent, very hardworking, and

be happier with Winslet. In

and, in

to extend the conversation, yet

let’s not dwell on this any further. The excessive talk will only stir melancholy within me. You

to escape Madeline as she retreated into the

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

an instant, Benjamin’s heart softened toward

especially

the circumstances, Madeline’s feelings deserved

banquet, you do not need to

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of providing compensation,” he

to an abrupt halt,

of men like Benjamin, who

he continued to speak, she would

now turned toward Benjamin, Madeline’s lips

dutifully confined herself to

methodically packed her belongings into trash bags, ready for

would remain within these walls, she sneered

surprised. She had thought Madeline might try to escape or deliberately provoke Winslet. However, she

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

high spirits and

all, she’s still a child, not yet fully matured mentally. When the family applies pressure, she

wouldn’t have wasted an entire month if we had been firmer from the onset. Oh,