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.

“Even if our compatibility is in question, and we dissolve the marriage arrangement, maintaining a

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gently rested the hor

Doesn’t your conscience twinge when you use me for mere amusement?” Madeline asked, offering Benjamin a smile that was neither

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

Madeline, standing in

swayed gently in the breeze, unveiling her fair, straight calves. Nestled

lowered

realization dawned upon him. Madeline had been undeniably kind to

genuine remorse. “Yet, matters of the heart resist coercion. It’s not fair

by Madeline’s continued rationality, Benjamin found himself 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

made peace with the situation. I admit I once

herself to become

hair that had strayed near her cheek I beli care about you. If this path brings you greater joy, I should be

guilt in

know Madeline, she was not

was intelligent, very hardworking, and had unique

Winslet. In fact,

in certain aspects,

intended to extend the conversation, yet Madeline

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

as she retreated into the confines of

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

an instant, Benjamin’s heart softened toward

callously, especially considering her profound affection for him amidst the

circumstances,

you during the engagement banquet, you do not need

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providing compensation,”

came to an abrupt halt, and

disdainful of men like Benjamin, who

to speak, she would

turned toward Benjamin, Madeline’s lips curled into a

dutifully confined herself to the

into trash

hair would remain within these walls, she

to escape or

she shown this side of herself earlier, could our disdain for

high spirits and at

present disposition, he exhibited nonchalance. “After all, she’s still a child, not yet fully matured mentally. When the family applies pressure,

if we had been firmer from the onset.