Where Petals of Vengeance Bloom

Chapter 424

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This way, he could go on fooling himself, pretending Claire was still right there beside him.

She found this behavior utterly revolting.

When she was alive, they never cherished her.

Now that she was gone, they acted as if they couldn't live without her.

But honestly, they brought all this upon themselves. They deserved it.

If Claire was up there watching from heaven, there's no way she'd be moved by their pathetic displays. She'd probably just laugh at the absurdity of it all.

After watching for a while, Irene lost interest and turned away, leaving them to wallow in their misery.

Claire, if there's such a thing as another life, I hope you find happiness.

Please, never again be born into a family like the Linwoods.

That was Irene's heartfelt wish for her.

Out in front of the house, the two men finally stopped fighting. Both of their faces bore the marks of the scuffle.

Ethan didn't seem to care. He just kept staring at the girl, a strange, hopeful smile spreading across his bruised face.

you're back? Does this mean you've forgiven

girl shot him a vicious glare. "What the hell are you talking about, Claire? I'm

nothing if

couple years ago, she was working tables in a noisy bar, and now, overnight, she'd

complaint was that, while he

also had a habit of silencing her or forbidding her from leaving the

ages he'd taken her out

know it,

than happy to vent

didn't expect was that her one flippant "What the hell, Claire"

face, shouting, "Don't you dare

eyes went bloodshot. He clapped his hand over her

get it? The way you talk, your tone-it's nothing like

The girl struggled desperately,

for air, but Brian's grip was too tight.

vision swam as she

faint.

Ethan realized what was happening and rushed over.

her and pulled her into his arms, murmuring, "Claire, I'm sorry, I didn't mean to.

just stared at the girl's

resemblance was uncanny-especially in

is your plan to

your price.