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Angelina had remained largely silent until now, finally piecing together what had truly happened.
She’d heard rumors about the Hargreaves family favoring their adopted sister, but she never imagined it would be to this
extent.
The realization stirred anger within her.
In her eyes, Jennifer was far superior to Sarah – were all these Hargreaves brothers truly so blind?
“You misunderstand, Madam Clark,” Asher quickly responded to Angelina’s challenging tone. “This is simply a matter
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Sarah chimed in, “That’s right. This is how we’ve always interacted. As the eldest, Asher has always guided his siblings this way. He treats everyone equally.”
A mocking smile crossed Jennifer’s face.
From childhood, Jennifer had been the only one subjected to such harsh standards. Back then, terrified of losing her brothers‘ love, she never dared to object to their demands. She simply endured it all in silence.
As time passed, they had grown so accustomed to treating her this way that they no longer saw anything wrong with
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- it. After all, this was how they had always treated her.
Angelina took Jennifer’s hand, her voice gentle but firm. “I must say, I don’t agree with your family’s methods of upbringing. Since Jennifer will be joining our family, there’s no need for the Hargreaves to
concern themselves with her education any further.”
Asher’s expression darkened. “Of course not.”
Angelina’s message was crystal clear – a warning that Jennifer was now off–limits, with the Clark family ready to back her up if anyone tried anything.
But this declaration from Angelina also meant that the marriage arrangement
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between the families would stay rock solid.
Give and take – that was how it always worked.
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While Jennifer had won Angelina’s favor and protection, it definitely meant the Hargreaves couldn’t treat her like they used to.
Sarah couldn’t hold back any longer. “But at the end of the day, Jennifer is still part of the Hargreaves family. And Asher is still her brother.”
Angelina glanced dismissively at Sarah, then turned her gaze to Asher. “Your adopted sister isn’t getting any younger. It’s time to start arranging some dates for her. Her background might be a bit
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lacking, but as long as she stays on the right path, she’ll find a decent life.”
Sarah’s fingers dug into her palm as she caught the latter half of those words.
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Was Angelina looking down on her status? No wonder that old witch hadn’t even bothered to meet with her when Asher brought her to the Clark Manor.
“Well then,” Mary cut in, “perhaps we should leave things as they are for today.”
Dylan shot back immediately, “Absolutely not. I’m not about to let this slide.”
Jennifer let out a cold laugh. “I’ve already apologized. What more do you want, Dylan?”
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There it was again – that same line. Dylan
was D
seething with rage.
He thrust a finger at Jennifer. “That half–hearted apology? Please. I’m making this crystal clear right now – there’s
no way in hell I’m giving that special medicine to the Clarks.”
Mary, ever ready to pour gasoline on the fire, jumped in. “So the Hargreaves are deliberately picking a fight with the Clarks now, is that it?”
Asher’s expression darkened as he turned to Dylan. “Go home and get some rest. I’ll handle this.”
“You do you, Asher, but you can’t control what I do,” Dylan shot back, rising from his seat and storming out of the room.
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Sarah threw a glance at Angelina. “Please don’t worry. Dylan’s just blowing off steam. I’ll talk some sense into him.”
Knowing this wasn’t the place to linger, Sarah hurried after Dylan. She’d had enough of this place to last a lifetime.
Only Asher and Daniel remained in the grand hall. Asher met Angelina’s gaze. “Dylan’s always had a hot temper, but regarding the special medicine, you have nothing to worry about.”
Angelina replied with a smile, “Of course, I trust you. You always remember those who help you.”
Mary glanced at Jennifer and said sarcastically, “Jennifer, you should go
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back and work on your relationship with your brother. Wouldn’t want to delay Timothy’s treatment now, would we?”
Jennifer caught the underlying implication in Mary’s words. “Don’t worry, Mary,” she replied, “Timothy’s treatment won’t be delayed.”
“Good to know,” Mary said with a smirk. “Timothy’s leg is a top priority for the Clarks.” She was seething with resentment towards Jennifer because of the earlier incident. If it wasn’t for Jennifer, Angelina wouldn’t have humiliated her like that in front of everyone.
Jennifer let out a soft laugh. “Thanks for the concern, but let’s keep this out of the press for now. No need to give the
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Mary swallowed her frustration, then turned to face the Hargreaves. “Jennifer, after pulling a stunt like that, don’t you think you owe Asher and Daniel an apology
