Resurrecting the Genius Within

Chapter 204 Repay? Isabelle's biological mother, Irene, had a tough life.

Brad was really drawn to her kindness, sweetness, and how caring she was whenever they hung out. Whenever he could, he'd head to Suregon to see her.

They just naturally clicked.

After a year of being in love, Brad proposed to marry Irene.

The marriage of the eldest son had always been on Old Madam Sullivan's mind, so when she heard that her son was finally getting married, she was overjoyed.

But when she learnt that her son was going to marry an orphan without parents, not only someone with poor health but also a singer, Old Madam Sullivan flat out rejected her.

Brad and his family were stuck in a deadlock for two months. Seeing his mom wouldn't budge, he even suggested leaving the Sullivan family, giving up everything, just to marry Irene.

Seeing her son obstinately sticking to his decision, Old Madam Sullivan went as far as threatening her own life to make him change his mind.

So Brad was trapped in the Sullivan family like this.

Every the mustered the courage to go see Irene, his mom would threaten to end her life.

He asked his younger brother, Wade, to go to Suregon and check on the frail and sickly Irene for him.

Before this, Wade had accompanied his brother to Suregon and had met Irene once, but when he went there again, carrying his brother's request, he couldn't find her.

1/4 Chapter 204 Repay? The theater where Irene made a living had shut down, her master who taught her singing and the other apprentices had all scattered. Irene was nowhere to be found.

Brad had a hunch that his mom was behind the theatre shutting down.

Unable to bear it, he left everything behind to search for Irene. But even after a whole year of looking, he couldn't find her.

Eventually, Wade found his worn-out big brother and brought him back home.

The once lively Brad becdespondent. His search for Irene led to him developing depression, which only worsened over time.

Brad spent two years at home, numbing himself with medication. During those two years, Old Madam Sullivan still didn't realise her mistake.

In the end, after another emotional confrontation, Old Madam Sullivan lost her son for good.

"Y-your dad He took his own life," Wade said, tears in his eyes.

Isabelle's face remained blank, distant, like he was just a passive bystander.

She was only thinking one thing-how annoying! "If my brother knew he had a child, he wouldn't have done it..." Wade's heart ached with sorrow and regret. Along with that, there was also deep remorse.

If he had only been there for his brother a bit more, things might have. turned out differently for him.

"Your mom was always fragile and weak, she left you at She probably... "Wade paused.

he health centre ...

Knowing his brother wouldn't have misindeed Irene Wade believed che 2/4 Chapter 204 Repay? wouldn't have left her child unless her own health failed her.

William felt even more for Isabelle after hearing this.

He asked Wade, “Your mom is so domineering. If Isabelle goes back with you, will she mistreat Isabelle?" Wade promised William, even swearing on his life, that he wouldn't allow any harm.

But Isabelle's response was cold, "Who said I'm going back with you?" Looking at her, Wade continued gently, “Kid, I know my family had wronged your mom, and your dad... It made life hard for you out there. You're all grown up now, and I get it if you don't feel any connection to the Sullivans. It's okay, take your time. Whether you want to stay here or head back to the Sullivan residence, I'll respect your choice." Then Wade told William and Eleanor, “I just said, regardless of whether Isabelle wants to cback to the Sullivan residence or not, we'll make sure to repay your kindness." Eleanor quickly interjected with a few kind words, hoping Isabelle would remember all the years they had taken care of her and not be so heartless.

Isabelle glanced at the card Wade was holding. "Repay?"

Looking at the uneasy Eleanor and the visibly tired Layla, she scoffed, "Repay them for all the years they've abused me?" Wade exclaimed in shock, "Abuse?" He immediately turned to look at Eleanor and her daughter.

"N-no, that's not true. Isabelle has always been a handful. Mr. Sullivan, we're not well-off like you. We work hard day in and day out just to make ends meet, looking after three children. Isn't it normal for parents to discipline their disobedient kids? That's just how we raise them. I got scolded by my own parents plenty when I was young. We can't afford to 3/4 48% Chapter 204 Repay? hire three or four nannies like wear fo 1. do. This child is as

precious toas my own. No parent doesn't care for their child. Just because we give a little tough love and suddenly it's called abuse. This kid only remembers the bad things," Eleanor defended herself cunningly. Wade glanced at Isabelle.

Isabelle gave him a cold look. "Didn't you investigate thoroughly before coming in?" Wade felt a bit ashamed. "We were short on time, so I only brought along one assistant...

... Kid, about the abuse you mentioned?" Isabelle gestured towards the door. "Go outside and ask the neighbours. Then you'll see if it's discipline or abuse." X