The Remorseful Brothers

Chapter 129

“No nerd,” said Dillon solemnly as he placed the box down. “It’s real.”

“Can I make a quick phone call!” Sharon asked. She could feel her scalp prickling and an uneasy sensation began creeping over her. “Mr. Perry, are you sure! Even if this gem is real, it couldn’t possibly be the Heart of Snow! That one’s in the capital

Dhillon frowned, studying Sharon carefully. I’m not mistaken. I know this gem–it’s definitely the Heart of Snow.” Turning to Gavin, he bowed slightly and added, “You must be on very good terms with someone important. No one would part with such a treasure easily.”

Concerned that he might have overstepped, Dillon quickly excused himself, wanting to make a call and verify how the gem had ended up here in Acocesser. “This young man’s background must be nothing short of extraordinary, he thought, picking up his pace.

Bryan and Charles both let out a sigh of relief, “Hahaha.. I knew it the latter boomed, laughing heartily. “How could Mr. Newston ever give something fake? He really treasures you, Ms. Larsen. Giving you such a priceless gem

“Exactly” Bryan added. “I’d love to see the faces of the people who doubted it now. Bet they’re burning

z with shame.”

“My guess is they’ve never laid eyes on a gem that valuable in their lives. Pathetic, Bryan continued, casting a glance at Sharon. Then, pointing directly at her, he said, “A deal’s a deal. Go clean Mr. Newton’s toilet like we agreed”

I’ve ever seen such an

Layla swallowed hard, greedily eyeing the gem that was worth 16 million dollars. She sighed in awe. This is the first time I’ expensive sapphire. Madeline, you’re incredibly lucky.”

Winslet, however, couldn’t hide the bitterness twisting her expression, She felt utterly humiliated as Maileline once again stood in the spotlight. Why! How does she get so lucky every single time! Winslet seethed internally

Trying to provoke Sharon, Winslet mustered, “Looks like you were wrong, Aunt Sharon, Maddie’s got some serious backing. No wonder she’s always so confident

Sharon’s eyes burned with anger and humiliation. Before she could fully react. Madeline, weary of the entire situation, stood up. “You lost.” Madeline said, her voice firm as she locked eyes with Sharon: Disappointed you didn’t get the answer you wanted?”

lunged at Madeline

Smack!

way, it wasn’t surprising. The Larson family had always treated Madeline as if she were nothing, someone

She gritted her teeth, glaring at Madeline with disdain. I’m heading back to the capital. And as for our bet.. What are you

as he stepped forward, positioning himself in front of Madeline. His eyes darkened as he looked at her red, swollen check, rage simmering beneath

saying a word, he gently cupped Madeline’s face, his thumb brushing the spot where she’d been struck. Regret gnawed at him for not stopping Sharon sooner. “Does it hurt?” he asked

shaking her head.

his gaze icy as if he were looking at a corpse. A chill ran down Sharon’s spine as she realized the intensity of his rage. She gritted her teeth, grabbed her bag, and stormed out. Layla hurried after

utter a word of rebuke to Sharon. He frowned, heartbroken that this had happened to Madeline.

through him. Knowing Gavin’s vengeful nature, he feared for Sharon. The calmer Gavin appeared, the

stormed out of the Larson residence and into her small white car. Layla followed, calling after her, “Shuron,

take my anger out on you, but don’t expect any favors from me in the future” She glared at Layla, adding “You

stood at the gates, tears brimning as she cursed silently, I never raised hert Madeline’s like a wild weed in the garden” “Sharon” Layla yelled, but Sharon’s car had already

car drove down the deserted road. Madeline stood with her arms crossed, bet face calm Sharm would undoubtedly hold a grudge against the Larson family, but

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Chapter 129

horrifying crash echoed through the street. At the intersection, Sharon’s car had been hit by a massive truck that had lost control. “Ahh Layla screamed,

Screech!

landing on the side of the

“Help! Someone save her!”

goodness! What

“Call an ambulance!

stood frozen, her wide eyes glued to the scene. Amid the commotion, a soft sound caught

Click!

it delicately as smoke curled around his face. His expression was frighteningly dark, and a low chuckle escaped his lips. His gaze was cold and