Chapter 16 Theres still plenty of time ; Ill study hard . Menu Jacks gaze fell on her , then he looked down , his voice cold , Dont ask such simple questions in the future ! Alice smiled . Did that mean she could still ask questions ? For several days , Alice lingered in the infirmary after school , only leaving once her homework was done . But Chloe , distracted by her gaming training , started to zone out in class and even sleep . Of course , as the teachers favorite , she only said she wasnt feeling well , and the teacher didnt press further . Alice saw Chloe flaunting her training camp photos on social media , along with videos of her gaming alongside her brothers , all with matching usernames . It was the same as in her past life , but she wasnt part of it . Not focusing on homework but wanting to play games ? Jack approached her , saw the gaming videos on her phone . Alice shook her head . Just browsing . Studying is my top priority . Next week is the monthly exam . If you make it into the top 100, you can play games . Alice grinned . Will you play with me , teacher ? She knew he played the game , too . He lowered his eyes , his profile still handsome . Its been a while since I played ; lets talk after make it into the top 100. you Alice looked at his back . She had to make it into the top 100. After all , he acted like he was really good . She was pretty good at gaming in her past life too . Maybe then she could impress Jack in the game and regain a bit of her self esteem . Suddenly , she felt a spark of excitement . After finishing her homework and heading home , she walked into the living room and saw her second brother , Noah , sitting on the couch . Her heart dropped ; why was he back so early ? The brothers had been at the training camp and usually returned late . Noah looked up , his tone serious . Where have you been ? Why are you back so late ? Alices heart pounded . She couldnt let him know about the infirmary . She didnt want to lose her only sanctuary . She looked down at the floor . I went to a study hall . It was crowded , which is good for studying . Give me your backpack . She handed it over and watched as her brother flipped through her homework , seeing the dense notes and error corrections . After reading , Noah looked dubious . The housekeeper had told him Alice hadnt returned on time . He hadnt expected her to actually be studying . He set the backpack down , Alice , we need to talk . 22.16 0.0 % < Chapter 16 Noah , what do you want to talk about ? Menu Noah noticed the quiet Alice in front of him and felt she had changed a lot , but he couldnt pinpoint how . In the past , she would have cried and complained . But now , she said nothing . It felt like Alice was becoming increasingly uncontrollable . Noah said , Chloe is improving rapidly . If you joined the training , youd improve too . Youre talented . You could train part time without interfering with your studies . Wouldnt it be better for family to our see be together ? Ethan would be happy to Alice looked down , her eyes filled with sarcasm . us united . She replied firmly , I dont want to join the team . Alice , Chloe is part of our family , and so are you . We should support each other , not push her away like you do . After all , her dad saved your life ! Noah couldnt understand ; he had given her . so many opportunities , yet Alice didnt seem to appreciate them . They were treating Chloe well to repay a debt of gratitude . The living room fell silent , the heavy air making it hard for Alice to breathe . She clenched her fists , barely holding it together . Damn it ! Alices voice was tinged with mockery . Noah , do you want me to give my life to Chloe for you to be satisfied ? * Chapter 17 In "The Secret of Nami Sushi" by CrushReel, readers are drawn into a captivating tale of mystery and intrigue surrounding a renowned sushi restaurant. As the story unfolds, secrets hidden within the delicate flavors of Nami Sushi come to light, weaving a web of drama that keeps both the characters and readers on edge. Exploring themes of family, tradition, and the consequences of keeping secrets, this novel delves deep into the intricate relationships between the characters as they navigate through the challenges brought forth by the mysteries lurking beneath the surface of Nami Sushi. With a diverse cast of characters each harboring their own secrets and desires, the story unfolds in unexpected ways, offering readers a fresh perspective on familiar tropes. What sets "The Secret of Nami Sushi" apart is its ability to blend elements of drama and secrecy with a touch of culinary delight, creating a unique reading experience that appeals to audiences of all ages. Dive into this gripping tale available to read at CrushReel and uncover the hidden truths waiting to be revealed within the walls of Nami Sushi.