Chapter 6

In Madelyn’s previous life, Zach’s reason for marrying Cecilia was partly because she bore a slight resemblance to Jadie. He kept Cecilia by his side as a substitute.

From childhood to adulthood, Madelyn was inferior to Jadie in every aspect, whether it was grades or appearance, except for her family background.

The bond between Jadie and Zach was like an impenetrable fortress built with steel. Zach’s love for Jadie ran deep in his bones. On the other hand, Madelyn was merely the daughter of an enemy to Zach, devoid of any trace of affection.

The knocking gradually grew louder. Madelyn anxiously bit her lip. Zach had never been patient with her. If she didn’t open the door for him soon, he might even kick it down without a second thought.

Therefore, she flicked on the light switch, lifted the blanket, and slipped on her shoes as she rose from the bed. Opening the door, she put on a facade of just waking up and rubbed her eyes. “Brother? You’re back! Sorry, I was sound asleep and didn’t hear anything. Is there something you need?”

she had gone out of her way to let him in, his brows relaxed, and a hint of tenderness

head, but she lowered her gaze, evading his touch by turning away. In an attempt to conceal her emotions, she walked over to

flickered in Zach’s eyes. He nonchalantly withdrew his hand and proceeded to enter Madelyn’s room. The moment Zach closed the door behind him, Madelyn’s uneasiness began to grow. But as she contemplated how the current Zach despised her and

thought crossed his mind, ‘She hasn’t changed. She’s still the same

table and pulled out a chair, intentionally keeping

and a blend of tobacco and alcohol wafted from him. It wasn’t pleasant, yet

bestowed upon him an air of pride, composure, and a chilly

knew that beneath Zach’s handsome facade lurked a devil. He was like a malevolent spirit rising from the depths of hell, intent on destroying lives. He lay dormant, awaiting

Madelyn purposefully contorted her face in disgust and waved her hand in front of her

expected, he halted his steps three paces away. “I apologize. I’ve been occupied lately and

years since I last saw her, and I actually miss her. I’ve already had Rosario tidy up

gaze grew intense, a fleeting chill passing through his eyes. “No need. I intend to have Jadie move in

Madelyn murmured, lightly touching the bandage on her wrist, feeling a faint twinge of pain in her heart. “That’s alright… Let me

objected. She vehemently opposed Jadie’s departure because it would mean losing her chance to torment her. Additionally, Madelyn’s love for Zach ran so deep that she couldn’t bear the thought of him living together with

the airport to pick her up and bring her here for dinner. We’ll leave after she packs her things. In the evening, you can come along and spend

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