The Unwanted Daughter When Love Comes Too Late novel Chapter 290

Chapter 290 Brothers at Odds

Chapter 290 Brothers at Odds

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The curve of his lips hinted at a smile, and the dimples should have made him look sweet and approachable. Yet, somehow, the expression carried a sharp chill.

Ronald hadn’t expected any problems with Simon today—his plan left no room for surprises. What he didn’t see coming was Preston showing up halfway through.

Preston, however, didn’t seem the least bit surprised to see him. He calmly straightened his suit, smoothing the wrinkles from nearly stumbling earlier, then lifted his chin with that precise, perfect posture of his. His eyes shifted to Ronald.

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“It really has been a while,” he said, his tone cool and elegant once more. “Where have been all this time? Do you have any idea how long I’ve been searching for you, my dear brother?”

The last two words carried an odd weight, layered with emotion Ronald couldn’t quite pin down.

Ronald met his gaze directly. His smile stayed as bright as ever, dimples deep in his cheeks, but his eyes pulled him in like a void.

“Looking for me? How? With words?” His voice was playful, mocking. “Seems to me you’ve been eating well. Haven’t seen me around, so your appetite grew?”

He knew Preston better than anyone.

On the surface, Preston appeared calm and composed, but nothing bothered him more than his appearance.

Sure enough, that polished, aristocratic air cracked in an instant. Preston’s expression darkened, and his eyes sparked with anger. “That mouth of yours hasn’t changed–still insufferable.”

Ronald’s smile never wavered. “Funny. You say it like you’ve ever liked me.”

The two stood only a few steps apart.

One wore the easy grin of a college kid, bright and harmless.

The other carried himself with the poise of a young elite, polished and confident.

But when their eyes locked, sparks flew.

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The air grew tense, and everyone around them felt it. Nobody dared speak.

Especially not Simon.

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He had only wanted to teach Tracy a lesson today—just to vent some frustration for Erin. He never imagined things would spin this far out of control.

Worse yet, Ivy, the bodyguard he trusted most, had lied to him all these years. Rage simmered in his chest.

He silently vowed that when this was over, she would pay for it.

Still, Simon forced the anger down. He lifted his head cautiously toward Preston. “This … this must all be a misunderstanding.”

Desperation filled his voice. “My dad is Deputy CEO at Jackman Enterprises. He set a curfew for me if I’m not home by eight, he calls the cops. If you two need to talk things out, please, take your time. Don’t mind me.”

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He thought name–dropping his father would get him released, but without Preston’s command, the bodyguards didn’t budge.

But without Preston’s order, they didn’t budge.

In fact, they shoved harder, forcing Simon to the ground. He yelped in pain.

Preston finally glanced his way but gave no command to let him go.

Instead, his eyes shifted past him—to Tracy, who stood sheltered by Ronald’s side.

“You must trust Ronald a great deal,” Preston said, his voice low and smooth. “To use yourself as bait just to trap this man. But you’re still a woman.”

His face stayed cold and unreadable, but his voice softened. “No matter how much you hate this man, you shouldn’t be taking such risks. My brother has always been reckless and childish,”

To anyone else, Preston’s words might have sounded like he was defending Tracy, maybe even showing her sympathy.

But to her, they only sent a shiver down her spine.

Tracy frowned, gave him one long look, then turned away.

She leaned on Ivy and said quietly, “Let’s go to the hospital.”

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Then she looked at Ronald. “The rest is up to you.”

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Ronald nodded. His smile was just as bright as before, but his eyes had softened, making him look like a well–mannered college kid.

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