Chapter 2
“Dad is always busy with work, and Mom has serious insomnia. These herbs are beneficial for them, too.“]
“If you’re really worried… Dad, Mom, why don’t you have a doctor take a look at the pillow, just in case-“]]
Before I could finish, Bella quickly cut me off, her voice tense, “That’s not necessary! Even if the herbs don’t help, they won’t do any harm either.“]
“It’s just=“]]
I spoke over her, deliberately taking the lead, “Since that’s the case, then Mom and Dad should use it without worry. Or… do you not like my gift?”
Hearing this, my parents held me even tighter.]
“How could we not like it? Valerie, we’ll sleep with it every night.“[]
“Valerie, forget about staying in some storage room. Stay in the south wing instead. It was originally a guest room, don’t like it, we can renovate it for you.“[]
Bella’s expression turned noticeably colder, and she fell silent.[]
Damon seemed like he wanted to say something, but after exchanging a look with Bella, he kept his mouth shut.]
Then, my mother spoke again. Her gaze swept over Bella, noticeably more indifferent than in my past life.]
“Take your sister to her room.[]
“She’ll be attending the banquet tomorrow–her styling will be your responsibility.“[]
but if you
Bella froze for a moment before speaking, her voice filled with grievance, “Mom, what’s wrong? Did I do something to upset you?”
“Or now that sister is back… you don’t want me anymore?“]
I raised an eyebrow in understanding.
It seemed that what I said earlier had made Mom start to question Bella’s identity.[]
As expected, Mom only smiled.[]
“How could that be? From the moment your father adopted you, he intended to take care of you for life.“[]
“By the way, you were already four years old when you were brought home, but I don’t think I’ve ever heard you mention your biological parents. Do you still remember them?“]]
Bella stiffened, momentarily speechless. My father quickly stepped in to smooth things over.[]
“She was too young back then–what could she possibly remember?”
“Alright, Bella, take your sister to her room.“]]
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Bella left with a reluctant expression.[]
No one noticed the moment my mother plucked a few strands of her hair between her fingers.]
Inside Bella’s room, she handed me a dress.[]
“Sister, this is an evening gown I had custom–made before. It’s adorned with five diamonds–very beautiful. Try it on.“[]
The gown was indeed stunning, with an intricate hollowed–out design, luxurious and radiant. It was the perfect match for Preston Corporation’s true heiress.[]
But in my past life, this very gown turned me into the laughingstock of the entire city the day after I returned home.[]
My parents‘ guilt quickly turned into humiliation and anger after their embarrassment.[]
This time, I would make them dig their own graves.[]
After I changed into the gown, she led me downstairs to our parents.[]
“Dad, Mom, don’t you think I have good taste?“]]
They examined me closely, nodding in approval.[]
“Not bad, not bad. The blue diamonds are exquisite. Valerie looks elegant and dignified in it.“[]
Bella’s lips curled into a slight smile. “Sister, the diamonds on this dress are very precious. You should take it off for now and wear it tomorrow instead.“]]
I followed her back to the room, changed out of the gown, and handed it to her naturally.]
“This dress requires careful maintenance–it’s quite a complicated process. To make sure there are no issues tomorrow, it’s best to leave it with me for now.“[]
I didn’t refuse. Instead, I smiled at her.]
“Bella, thank you. But if you’re giving me this dress, what will you wear tomorrow?“]
She pointed to a light blue gown inside her wardrobe.“[]
“Tomorrow is your welcome banquet, sister. Of course, I wouldn’t steal your spotlight.“[]
“I’ll just wear this one.“[]
Tilting my head slightly, I put on a look of innocent curiosity.
“But this one doesn’t seem very expensive… If it’s too plain, won’t Mom and Dad feel embarrassed?“]
A flicker of disdain flashed through her eyes, and without realizing it, her tone carried a hint of smugness.[]
“Don’t be fooled by its simplicity–it’s not cheap. It costs at least two million.“]
If she didn’t want to steal my spotlight, why wear a gown worth millions?]
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My lips curled slightly.[]
“Then I’m relieved.“]
Since she loved being the center of attention, I would make sure she got plenty of it this time.]
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