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.

he commented. “Even if our compatibility is in question, and we dissolve the marriage

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a deliberate pause, Madeline gently rested the hor

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

she rarely displayed

at Madeline, standing in

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

suddenly lowered

realization dawned upon him. Madeline had been undeniably kind to

life with you, he confessed with genuine remorse. “Yet, matters of the

by Madeline’s continued rationality, Benjamin found himself desiring a further exchange of words. He

will you hold animosity toward me starting the day

smile appeared 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 matters of the heart can’t thrive

to become

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

of guilt in Benjamin’s

know Madeline, she was not so susceptible to

and had unique insights into many

happier with Winslet.

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

the

will only stir melancholy within me. You also want the

sigh seemed to escape Madeline as she retreated into

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

instant, Benjamin’s heart softened

so callously, especially

the circumstances, Madeline’s feelings deserved

the engagement banquet, you do

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providing compensation,” he

to an abrupt halt, and she remained completely

of men like Benjamin, who were shrouded

speak, she would

now turned toward Benjamin, Madeline’s

dutifully confined herself

packed her belongings into trash bags, ready for

would remain within these walls, she sneered

Madeline might try to escape or deliberately provoke Winslet. However, she did not

“Had she shown this side of herself earlier, could our disdain for her have been so

spirits and

account of Madeline’s present disposition, he exhibited nonchalance. “After all, she’s still a child, not yet fully matured mentally. When the

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