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.

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 the regard of

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pause, Madeline gently rested the hor

feelings for Winslet have always been present. Doesn’t your conscience twinge when you use me for mere amusement?” Madeline asked, offering Benjamin a smile that

the hospital, she rarely displayed such a composed demeanor

looked at Madeline, standing in the sunlight,

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

suddenly lowered his

realization dawned upon him. Madeline had been undeniably kind to

true intention was to share a meaningful life with you, he confessed with genuine remorse. “Yet, matters of the heart resist coercion. It’s

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

toward me starting

Madeline’s face. “No, I won’t. I’ve made peace with the situation. I admit I

was forcing herself to

I beli care about you. If this

weight of guilt in Benjamin’s

to know Madeline, she

was intelligent, very hardworking, and had unique

happier with Winslet. In fact,

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

intended to extend the conversation,

stir melancholy within me. You also want the wedding agreement annulment banquet to proceed

sigh seemed to escape Madeline as she

noted a weariness in her demeanor. He speculated

instant, Benjamin’s

he should not have treated her so callously, especially

circumstances, Madeline’s feelings

you during the engagement banquet, you do not need

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providing

to an abrupt halt, and

grown disdainful of men like Benjamin, who were shrouded in

to speak, she

Benjamin, Madeline’s lips curled into a

Madeline dutifully confined herself

packed her belongings into

hair would

surprised. She had thought Madeline might try to escape or deliberately provoke

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

spirits and at

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

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 give Winnie a