The Rewritten Love: A Second Beginning

Chapter 249

As Forrest poured oil into the frying pan, his hand trembled at Zach’s words.

In an unexpected moment, Madelyn’s finger got nicked by a shard of glass, and a trickle of blood. started flowing She calmly wiped it away with a tissue, showing no signs of discomfort, and spoke with composure, “But hasn’t he already paid a price? Compared to your actions, Forrest’s deeds were just minor clashes among classmates.

Madelyn thought, Forrest had been hurt, stuck in a hospital bed for months. Yet, Zach, who did wrong, faced no consequences”

Preferring not to dwell on the matter, Madelyn managed a faint smile at Zach, “Would you stay for dinner, Brother? Forrest’s cooking is delicious.”

Zach met her gaze, glimpsing a hint of distance.

Beyond her composed exterior, Zach yearned for Madelyn to unleash her anger openly, to let her emotions free instead of wearing a facade.

“However, we might not have extra plates at home, Brother. Forrest bought his own plate.”

Zach stood, fastening his black suit jacket, exuding an imposing presence, “You’ve got three days

to pack. I’ll come get you ”

was resolute,

not your choice. Father isn’t as lenient as I am.” With those words,

of Madelyn, “Why stand there? Come

tomatoes,

Madelyn joined him in the kitchen.

right. I can’t hide from home

move will be scrutinized.’ She

would face.

ready, they sat at the quiet dining

savored a mouthful of food, then

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meal already, even before finishing today’s? You really are ahead of the game!” Forrest playfully redirected the conversation, fully aware of

you get

“What about you?”

“Me too.”

path isn’t always smooth as you expect.

the goal, no matter how tough the journey. Madelyn, trust

expression unusually solemn. It was a side