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.

after returning to

labeled as deceitful, malicious, troublesome,

family, she was

more Ethan looked at these certificates, the more

these years, viewing her

hands shook more violently, causing the certificates to rustle in

thick stack back into

regain his composure, hesitating

over the desk drawer again, but his fingers froze with a

he pulled it

came into view, its embossed gold lettering and dignified crest felt like a blinding

mouth slightly agape, unable

he murmured, his

strived to gain entry, and Claire-the sister he had misunderstood, hurt, and scorned-had a ticket to

letter, as if

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