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.

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,

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pause, Madeline gently rested the hor she held

when you use me for

she rarely displayed such a composed

in the sunlight, wearing

the breeze, unveiling her fair, straight calves. Nestled beside her were

suddenly lowered his

upon him. Madeline had

true intention was to share a meaningful life with you, he confessed with genuine remorse. “Yet, matters of

a further exchange of words. He hoped

me starting the day after

faint smile appeared on Madeline’s face. “No, I won’t. I’ve made peace with the situation. I admit I once held

was forcing herself to become

aside the strands of hair that had strayed near her cheek I beli care about you. If

weight of guilt in

he first got to know Madeline, she was not so susceptible

and had unique insights

with Winslet. In fact, I

competitions and, in certain aspects, did not seem

the conversation,

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

sigh seemed to escape Madeline as she retreated into the

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

instant, Benjamin’s heart

treated her so callously, especially considering her profound affection

of the circumstances,

items I presented to you during the engagement banquet, you do not

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of providing

came to an abrupt halt, and she remained

grown disdainful of men like

to speak, she

toward Benjamin,

the daytime, Madeline dutifully confined

belongings into

single strand of my hair would remain within

bit surprised. She had thought Madeline might try to escape or

herself immensely content. “Had she shown this side of herself earlier,

home in high spirits and at an

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

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