Her Revenge From Shadow to Sunlight novel Chapter 17

Chapter 17

Archie sneered as well. “Coming back now? That won’t be so easy. We’ll have to ask our Tiffany first-see if she’s even willing to let you return.”

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Maria said coldly, “I told you once you stepped out of that house, don’t think about coming back. But if Tiffany is kind enough to let you return, then I’ll stand by her.”

After saying that, she softened her tone and asked Tiffany, “Sweetheart, do you want to let her come back?”

Tiffany nestled in Maria’s arms, looking pitiful and helpless. “Mom, I’ll do whatever you say. It’s just… I’m afraid Archie won’t accept me in this family. But it’s fine. As long as all you want her back, I don’t mind. From now on, I’ll keep out of my sister’s way. Whatever she wants, I’ll step aside and let her have it.”

Hearing this, Maria immediately got mad. “If she dares not accept you, then she doesn’t deserve to come back. Just let her go beg on the streets. Tiffany, remember this-you are the true daughter of the Lawrence family. Everything in this house belongs to you. You don’t owe her anything.”

Hugh knew that, for his daughter to make a name for herself and become a disciple of Edward West, she would still need Alicia. After all, Tiffany had only just returned and had only just begun learning to paint. Even if she became Mr. West’s student, if she doesn’t produce good work, Mr. West would surely be disappointed in her. She would still need Alicia to paint for her for a few more years.

Anyway, after going through this, Alicia will be even easier to handle. She tried to act tough this time, but couldn’t even last a day. Next time, she probably won’t dare to rebel again.

But he couldn’t agree too quickly. He needed her to feel that coming home this time wasn’t easy, so she’d have fewer wild thoughts in the future.

He signaled Aaron a knowing glance.

Aaron was the eldest son of the family. Hugh had always kept him close, and so there was a natural understanding between father and son.

Aaron caught on to Hugh’s meaning right away. He said, “Alicia, if you want to come back this time, you must give Tiffany a proper apology. At school, you’ll have to look after her. At home, you’ll do as you’re told. Pushing Tiffany into the pool was way out of line. Otherwise, you can wash her clothes by hand for a whole year as punishment, and only then will we let you come home.”

Hugh listened, feeling satisfied. He stayed silent, waiting for Alicia to apologize. If she agreed, once she returned home, he’d add a few more conditions. With so many people around, he couldn’t mention making her paint for Tiffany just yet.

After listening to the Lawrence family’s nonstop talking, Alicia smiled. “Sorry to disappoint you. I was just passing by. Mind letting me through?”

Andrew had been chewing without saying a word. He finally swallowed and said, “Still so stubborn. If you’re not begging us to let you back, then why are you following us?”

Only then did Brooke, standing to the side, react and speak.up for Alicia. “You must be mistaken. Miss Lawrence is only here because she’s ill, staying in the hospital.”

Chapter 17

“Tch, so you even found someone to act along with you? I’m telling you, if you apologize right now, maybe we’ll consider letting you come back. But keep being stubborn, and you’ll never come home again,” Andrew said.

Brooke felt like the Lawrence family couldn’t understand anyone else, just talking among themselves. Anxious, she wanted to explain again.

But Alicia grabbed her and turned to leave. “Don’t waste your breath on people who can’t understand human words.”

Brooke nodded and pointed toward the small garden on the other side. “Then let’s walk over there instead.”

“Alright.” Alicia nodded, and the two of them went off to stroll somewhere else.

The Lawrence family could only watch as Alicia walked away, all of them stunned. Could it be that she really hadn’t come to beg to come back?

Archie muttered, “This time, she’s actually showing a bit of backbone.”

Andrew gave a cold snort. “It’s only the first day. There’s still a long stretch ahead. Let’s see how long she can

hold out.”

Aaron nodded, analyzing, “She’ll probably only last until she’s discharged. She’s got nowhere to live. For now she’s in the hospital, but how many days can she stay there?”

Andrew and Archie both nodded in agreement.

Hugh narrowed his eyes at Alicia’s back. It seemed he would have to trip her up somehow to force her back home quickly. Tiffany’s apprenticeship was the top priority now—nothing could go wrong. Alicia had to return as soon as possible.

At that moment, Tiffany put on a show of guilt and self-blame. “Alicia must be refusing to come home because I’m still here. It’s all my fault. I shouldn’t have come back. After all, she’s the daughter Mom raised.”

With just those words, she managed to remind the family once again. It was Alicia who had stolen her identity and enjoyed the Lawrence family’s wealth for years—she was the one in debt.

As expected, Maria’s heart ached at her words. She comforted her gently, “Sweetie, you’re my darling, the one I love most. She stole your place for so many years-don’t worry, I’ll make sure she pays back every bit she owes you.”

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