My Six Brothers Killed Me 37

My Six Brothers Killed Me 37

Chapter 37 Haughty Friends

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One of Helen’s friends grinned, her voice dripping with sarcasm. Yeah, right? She doesn’t work and just sits around all day. No idea why she couldn’t show up earlier.” 

The complaints flowed, but Caroline didn’t seem to notice. She kept her focus on the task at hand, carefully unwrapping the utensils and plates in front of her

Helen’s voice cut through the murmurs, sweet and soft. Order whatever you want, don’t be shy.” 

She 

gave her best gracious host performance, wearing her smile like a mask

Her friends showered her with praise

Some, though, couldn’t help but compare her to Caroline

Tsk. Same upbringing, but they turned out so differently.” 

It’s all about what’s in your heart! There’s a reason the Somerton boys spoil Helen and barely acknowledge their own sister.” 

Helen savored the comparisons

A smugness flickered across her face

She let her smile grow wider, though she pretended not to hear

Caroline, you don’t get out much. What do 

get out much. What do you want? Don’t be shy. It’s on me.” 

was her wou 

It of rewarding Caroline for her design work

One piece in particular had turned out flawless

She had already turned it into a finished garment, far surpassing what any socalled designer could manage

Tomorrow’s design competition? She was certain she would win first place

Caroline’s expression didn’t waver. She was as cheerful as ever, her smile still in place

Well, in that case, I won’t hold back,she replied, casually ordering a string of dishes consisting of everything she hadn’t tried before.. 

She even added two bottles of imported red wine

Helen, clueless about wine, assumed it was just the usual kind of liquor

But when the bill arrived, it hit like a punch to the gut

ughty Friends 

The waiter’s voice oozed condescension Lady, the wine you ordered is imported from Fremona It’s rare and costs 40 grand a bottle” 

Helen stiffened, her face paling 

No wonder the wine tasted different. She hadn’t realized it was so costly 

She didn’t have 90 grand to spare and even if she cod there was no way shed spend that much on a single meal

Did Caroline do this on purpose

She ordered the wine so the mould be facing the da 

er dinner. We get together another me

It’s getting late Everyone should head horde after donner said, ushering her friends toward the door 

As they trickled out she caught Caroline’s arm her voice diappong with a Caroline, you ordered such expensive wine fen sure you can pay for in righ 

Caroline’s gaze sharpened, the mean behind Helen’s words clear. She raised an eyebrow Wasn’t today your treat: Why should I pay?” 

Spl wo bottles of than 

Helen’s face stiffened frustration twisting her features. You can just order two bottles of that expensive wine. I don’t careyou ordered it so you pay 

With the others gone. Helen no longer had to hold back 

She wasn t about to let Caroline make her the fool and foot the bill for a meal that cost more than it should have

Caroline’s lips curled into a mock smile. Your inends were all praning you saying how generous you were for ordering that expensive liquor for them. You heard them I had a np. but it was you and your friends who drank most of it. You get to play the hero, but I’m left holding the bag? How 

shameles 

Without waiting for a reply. Caroline turned and walked toward the door 

Helen moved to follow, but a waiter stepped in her path. You’ll have to foot the bull lady” 

Helen’s eyes burned with anger as she watched Caroline exit the flames of frustration boiling is her chest. She stomped her foot in irritation 

That b*tch! She’s stirring this up on purpose

She had no choice now but to call Liam for help

When Liam heard the total cost of the meal, his jaw tightened. Without hesitation, he rushed 

Helen, what’s going on?” His voice was sharp, the irritation clear 

Chapter 37 Haughty Friends 

Finished 

Aunt Caroline to dinner, but she went ahead and ordered two bottles of wine that cost tens of thousands of dollars” 

Liam’s expression hardened, his sigh thick with exasperation

Why is it when something happens, it is always that one?” 

For a brief moment, he allowed himself a muttered complaint. But in the end, there was no other option. He paid for the meal

On the way home, Liam’s face remained clouded with worry, his sighed heavyly as if the weight of the evening was pressing down on him

Helen, thinking it was the payment that still bothered him, softened. I’m sorry, Uncle Liam. once I have the money, I’ll pay you back. All of it.” 

But she knew, deep down, her words were hollow. It was just to ease his mind

Liam’s frown slowly melted, replaced by a faint smile. We’re family. It’s no big deal.” 

He paused, then added, his tone more serious, I’ll be out of town on business for a few days. Keep your eyes open. Don’t let anyone take advantage of you like how they did today.” 

My Six Brothers Killed Me Novel

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