Chapter 197
Chapter 197
And he had promised to take care of her for life.
Because of her family’s indifference, Autumn longed for warmth, for a home. She didn’t even think twice before saying yes.
But a lifetime was too long. Julian eventually couldn’t resist the temptations outside-he cheated on her with her stepsister.
Seeing Autumn’s eyes rimmed red, Simon felt a sudden stab in his chest, as if something flashed across his mind.
He reached out, wanting to comfort her, but Autumn easily avoided his touch.
Guilt that arrived late was worthless.
Besides, they weren’t truly guilty-just putting on an act in the moment. Once they left here, they’d go back to being Luna’s lapdogs.
She had no use for them anymore.
When Simon saw her step back, irritation replaced the flicker of remorse, and the guilt vanished.
With a cold snort, he retorted, “Back then, we asked you to return with us to the Lewis family, but you refused. Who’s to blame for that?
“You blame us for favoring Luna and neglecting you, but have you ever thought about your own problems?
“I remember you were obedient and sensible as a child, so why have you become like this now p>
Old habits die hard. Perhaps even as a child, Autumn was like this; they just hadn’t noticed.
With that thought, disappointment swept over him.
His sister should have been like Luna- gentle, considerate, understanding, always bringing them joy.
Who wouldn’t love a sister like that?
But Autumn only laughed, not angry at all. “My attitude toward you depends entirely on your attitude toward me. What, you’re allowed to target me, but I’m not allowed to fight back?
“Yes, you did ask me to come back then. But do you remember what you said to me at the time, Mr. Lewis?
“I remember it very clearly. Do you want me to repeat it to you p>
She paused, then went on, “You were afraid Luna would feel wronged if I returned. You threatened me, saying that if I came back, I wasn’t allowed to compete with her for anything.
“You said I was the elder sister, and that I should always give way to my younger sister. That I wasn’t to use any underhanded tricks I might’ve learned outside against Luna.
“You all looked down on me, so afraid that if I came back I’d bully Luna. Do you think I was stupid enough to
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return under those conditions p>
The memory still stirred a wave of bitterness in Autumn’s chest.
Back then, her mother had just passed away, and those were the words they’d said to her.
Her heart had been shattered.
Why would she swallow her pride and return, only to fight with Luna over scraps? She’d rather marry than live under the same roof with them again.
But in that gamble, she had lost everything, nearly her own life.
Simon curled his lips, his confidence clearly wavering. “We only worried you’d pick up bad habits outside and bring them home to corrupt Luna.
“Besides, your personality has always been so headstrong, unlike Luna, who’s simple and gentle. If you came back with trouble, she wouldn’t stand a chance against you. 1
“For something so trivial, you’ve held a grudge all these years. What are you trying to prove? Do you really think dragging it out now means anything p>
Back then, they hadn’t thought much about it, only that Luna must never be wronged.
He hadn’t expected Autumn to remember for three whole years. This uncompromising, unforgiving sister…he truly couldn’t bring himself to like her.
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