Chapter 106 Aliceâs pupils constricted at the sight of her brother. Sheâd always feared his sternness. Whenever he returned, sheâd avoid him, fearing his wrath. But after heâd kicked her out in her past life, sheâd given up hope.
She looked at him, her expression cold. âThe meetingâs over. Naturally, Iâm leaving.â âWhere to?â Ethanâs gaze was icy, radiating authority.
Luke quickly stepped in to mediate.âHome, of course. Where else would she go, Alice?â He frantically winked at at Alice, hoping sheâd soften, fearing her brotherâs wrath.
Chloe chimed in, feigning concern. âAlice, since Big Brotherâs back, why donât you stop making a fuss?â
Luke frowned at Chloe. Why did she have to say that? She knew Alice was stubborn.
Alice raised an eyebrow, her eyes dark and cold. Iâm living independently now.â
âAlice, have you gone mad?â Luke hadnât expected her defiance. Ethan had given her an opportunity, but sheâd missed it.
Aliceâs tone was unmoved.âIâm perfectly lucid.â
Ethanâs face darkened.âAlice, I didnât believe youâd do these outrageous things. In just a few months, that school nurse has corrupted you!â
âIâm fed up with everything about the Winds. It has nothing to do with Jack.â âYou think Iâll believe that?â Ethanâs face hardened.âBut youâll never see that man again, Aliceâs face paled. âBrother, what are you going to do to him?â
âWhat I do depends on your behavior. Unfortunately, you failed my test. Iâll use my own methods to make you obedient.â
Seeing the bodyguards in the hallway, she understood. She turned to Luke, her eyes. redârimmed. âThis was a trap?
Luke tried to explain, Alice, I didnât expect Big Brother to show up at the hospital.â
âEnough. Your expMarytions are sickening.â She felt a chill run down her spine. To them, she was never a person, just a puppet, always following their script.
Ethan thundered, âAlice, donât think that just because youâre the top student, youâve suddenly grown wings. If it werenât for me, th cheating accusation wouldâve ruined you!â
Alice remained impassive.âFirst, I didnât cheat, so I donât need you to cover it up.â
*Still denying it! Your grades were always mediocre. You think your sudden improvement makes you untouchable?â Ethan didnât believe in her improvement.
Luke intervened, âBrother, Aliceâs improvement is due to hard work. Her teachers say sheâs capable. I believe she didnât cheat.â
âEnough! You and Luke are manipulated by her. She throws a tantrum, and you let her? Chloe told me everything. Donât try to hide it.â Ethan was furious.
Luke and Luke looked at Chloe, both feeling uneasy. Theyâd agreed not to tell Big Brother. Why had Chloe done this? For the first time, they felt betrayed. Chloe, so understanding, would do this?
Sensing their reaction, Chloe stammered, âIâm sorry. I accidentally let it slip. Itâs Ethan waved a hand dismissively.âChloe, itâs not your fault. Your brothers forced. Theyâre to blame!â
Luke and Luke felt suffocated.
my fault.â
you to lie.
Luke said, âBrother, Alice running away is my fault. I treated her badly, bullied her, causing her pain. He realized how wrong heâd been and wanted to make amends. He looked at Alice awkwardly.âItâs all my fault. I wonât do it again.â He swore it. He didnât want to lose his only sister. Aliceâs lips curled into a sneer at Lukeâs apology. âToo little, too late. Move aside, Iâm leaving!â
But the bodyguards blocked her way.
Ethan answered a call. âAlice, you canât leave yet. The education board is coming to investigate the cheating allegations. Keep your attitude in check, or even the Winds canât protect you.â
Alice was confused. The investigation was already over! The principal said to wait for the results! Why again? Something felt wrong.
Chloe, overjoyed at the renewed investigation, said, feigning concern, âAlice, just confess. The punishment will be lighter.â
Luke glared at Chloe.âWhat nonsense are you talking about? Alice didnât cheat!â What was wrong with Chloe? Why keep attacking Alice?
Chloe immediately feigned victimhood.âBrother Two, Iâm doing this for Alice.â Ethan immediately protected Chloe, looking at Luke.âChloe is right. You spoil Alice too much.â Luke was frustrated. Seeing Chloeâs innocent act with Ethan, he finally understood Aliceâs feelings. No wonder she was heartbroken and wanted to leave.
Luke coldly looked at Chloe. âBefore the investigation is over, donât say things that cause misunderstandings.â
âBrother Two, I...â
Shut up, I donât want to hear your expMarytions.â Lukeâs mood was foul. Chloe could only shut her mouth, but with Ethan supporting her, others would listen to him.
Alice, seeing Luke defend her, found it ironic. Maybe heâd seen Chloeâs true colors, but she didnât care anymore. She secretly pulled out her phone to text Jack âWhat are you doing?â
Ethan snatched her phone. Texting him is pointless. He wonât come.â
to do with him.â
Aliceâs face was icy.âIâve said it already, this has nothing to âWait for the investigators, then try that defiant attitude again!â Ethan put the phone in his pocket.âA cheating accusation will result in a fiveâyear ban. Youâll be dependent on the Winds for life. Do you think that school nurse will support you forever?â
Alice suddenly laughed, a cold, chilling sound. Her eyes were sharp. âA burden? Without me, Lukeâs team wouldnât have reached the finals. Without me, Lukeâs project wouldnât have solved the firewall issue! Iâm so sick of your superior attitude!â