Chapter 146
Yves rarely spent time at home, so he was a bit unfamiliar with his stepmother, but he tried to be polite.
younger brother Darren.
He had stated long ago that he wouldn’t take a cent from the Smedley family fortune, it would all go to his younger b
Yves was someone with many thoughts and a somewhat gloomy demeanor. Regardless of whether he meant what he said, since high school, he hadn’t touched any of the family money.
He was relatively kind to his brother.
But after all, Yves wasn’t Sharon’s blood relative. Plus, Esther had always looked down on Sharon. And they were siblings.
Sharon felt a bit awkward around Yves. Even now, after he’d alleviated some of the tension, things still felt unnatural. She pursed her lips and said, Your dad won’t be back for a while. Have a rest. Dinner will be ready soon.”
The Smedleys had maids, but Sharon usually prepared alongside her.
Yves wasn’t very familiar with family matters, and since he wouldn’t stay long, he didn’t ask questions. He nodded and headed upstairs, while Esther bit her lip and followed him⠀
At 8:30 PM. Troy came home first. Upon seeing Yves, Troy’s face clouded over. He tossed his jacket onto the couch and said, “You still have a year left until graduation. Why are you home now?”
Yves repeated what he’d said about graduating early.
Troy frowned. “Who told you to graduate early? Did you even ask me?”
Troy had two successful kids; his oldest son was studying at a prestigious school abroad, and his daughter was smart and outstanding. Many people envied him for that
Now, with the semester unfinished, Yves had dropped everything and come home. If others found out, who knew what they’d say? He want to lose face.
wouldn’t
Yves’s expression remained impassive. “I’m an adult; I can make my own decisions.” After a pause, he added. “I’ll be interning at the Bio Research Institute in Yalasburg I won’t be home for long
Yalasburg University was known for its top–notch bio programs. Yalasburg was a hub for biological research in Cathayia, ranking among the top threr in the world. The bio research institute there was so exclusive that even talented students often couldn’t get in.
The implication behind his words to Troy was clear–he really had graduated and was now working at one of the best research institutes, ensuring that he wouldn’t be a disgrace to the family.
was one thing for Lenore to get away with things, but now even Yves w
was acting out Troy’s expression was clearly displeased.
“Mom, Dad” Darren said, and he will dressed in his white taekwondo uniform.
He glanced awkwardly at Yves, startled. “Yes…”
Even though they weren’t very d close, he always felt a bit intimidated by Yves.
Yves sailed and ruined his hair. “You’ve grown taller
Some things could be fell deeply. Like Yves’s genuine concern for Lenore–his smile was all sincerity, and it was clear he cared about her.
But when it came to Darren, he treated him like a little brother, his tone gentle and w
As for Father, though Yves spoiled her when she acted cute and petulant, she could always sense a subtle distance in his tone. But she was his real sister by blood.
Esther told herself u in was just her imagination, but every time she compared their interactions, the difference became painfully clear. Esther dought, “That Little beat Lenore must have said something to him! Her eyes burned with jealousy as tears threatened
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roman tell into a tlück silence until Shuron stepped in from the kitchen, breaking the tension. “Everyone’s back now,
to spill
let’s eat first.”
It was already 8:30 1M, and the mad had clocked out for the day. Dinner was served pretty late today. The five of them settled around the table. Esther looked up, attempting to sound casual as she asked Yves. “Yves, didn’t you invite Lenore to join us for dinnert
Troy’s brows knitted together. “So, you
you went to see Lenore?”
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“Yves just got off the plane and didn’t go home. He didn’t even send a word to dad. The first thing he did was run to see Lenore,” Esther interjected, trying to sound a little petulant and hurt.
She continued, “I thought he was coming to surprise me, but I guess Lenore is more important to him than Dad
At her words, Troy’s previously soft expression hardened instantly. He slammed his palm down on the table. “What’s so great about that wild girl! Doesn’t you feel ashamed?
