Where Petals of Vengeance Bloom

Chapter 174

Chapter 169

Ethan took a deep breath, momentarily pushing down the overwhelming guilt he felt toward Claire.

With a steadying hand, he opened the desk drawer.

In an instant, a drawer full of certificates was revealed. Their vibrant red and gold colors stood out starkly in the dim, cluttered space, hitting him like a sledgehammer, leaving him speechless with shock.

His hand trembled uncontrollably as he reached for the certificates, carefully lifting them out one by one.

Twelve years' worth of accolades-six years of elementary school, three of middle school, and three of high school-unfolded before him like a silent documentary, narrating Claire's brilliance and dedication.

Honor roll, outstanding student, exemplary class leader, academic competition awards—each certificate bore the weight of significant achievement.

These certificates felt like sharp knives, piercing deeply into his heart.

Behind each award lay Claire's relentless effort and determination.

For twelve years, she had been the model student, admired by teachers and peers alike.

returning to

labeled as deceitful, malicious, troublesome, and

the eyes of her family, she was even deemed inferior to the local

certificates, the more he felt

not truly known Claire all these years, viewing her only through the lens

more violently, causing the certificates to rustle

to face the truth, he hastily shoved the thick

to regain his composure, hesitating

hand hovered over the desk drawer again, but his fingers froze with a mixture of fear

he pulled

embossed gold

mouth slightly agape, unable to utter

this can't be..." he

gain entry, and Claire-the sister he

reached for the letter, as if touching

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