NovelEnglish16 Unraveling Family Tensions
16. Unraveling Family Tensions
Three days later, Lillian rushed home, wary of igniting Alex’s wrath. His threats, always executed, left no room
for delay. Her unexpected return delighted the matriarch, who eagerly updated her on recent events, including
Emma’s audacity in reclaiming her gifts.
Lillian’s frustration boiled over. “Where's Emma? | have to confront her! She’s the reason Alex called
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The matriarch, equally incensed, ranted about Emma’s arrogance post-divorce. “She’s been insufferably haughty
since then, acting as if she’s better than us!”
As they fumed, Alex's voice interrupted, icy and commanding. “Emma had nothing to do with your return,
Lillian.” His unexpected presence startled both women.
Lillian, trapped under Alex's cold gaze, knew she couldn't escape the truth. Alex, holding an investigation report,
offered her a chance to confess. Terrified of its contents, Lillian broke down, attempting to shift blonto
Emma.
Alex's patience snapped. He reprimanded Lillian sharply, his hand striking her in a rare show of anger. His
mother rushed to protect Lillian, glaring at Alex for favoring Emma over his one and only
sister.
Alex, disgusted by their behavior, threw the report at them. “Your daughter sold the necklace | gifted her, yet
you accuse Emma of theft?”
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The report fell open at the matriarch’s feet, revealing Lillian’s reckless actions, leaving no room for denial.
Lillian’s insistence that Emma had orchestrated everything was met with Alex’s scornful dismissal. Even the
matriarch was shocked at Lillian’s outrageous financial recklessness.
Seeing Lillian’s despair and his mother’s protective stance, Alex realized the extent of their mistreatment
towards Emma. The revelation made him question if his neglect had allowed such toxicity to flourish in his own
family, contributing to Emma’s decision to leave.
He wondered if he had ever truly understood Emma or the trials she faced within his family. The realization that
he had been oblivious to her suffering all this tweighed heavily on him. Alex’s lack of self-awareness, even
now, highlighted the complex dynamics of his family and the challenges Emma had endured.
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