Chapter 3 She put away her old photos and began packing . A maid knocked Miss Alice , the partys started . Master Noah asked you to get dressed and come down . Okay , Alice opened the door and walked directly towards the bustling party . The maids eyes widened . What is Miss Alice wearing ? Is she mad At the party , Chloe wore a white evening gown , her long black hair cascading down her shoulders , the image of a pure and kind girl next door . Noah and Caleb stood beside her , looking at her with warmth and affection . The scene was idyllic . Noah couldnt help but think of Alice . If only she were this well behaved . Over the years , Alices personality had become increasingly arrogant and domineering . Alice is here ! Everyone turned to look as Alice appeared . She was expressionless . She wore a simple T shirt , but on her head was an exquisite gold phoenix crown . Around her neck hung an emerald necklace ; on her wrists , jade bracelets and gold bangles ; and on her finger , a large pink diamond ring . Laughter erupted . Alice is so tacky , wearing all that jewelry . She looks like a new rich . I think shes deliberately wearing expensive things to show off and embarrass Chloe . Alice sauntered up to Chloe , her tone calm . Congratulations , youre finally a member of the Welch family . In her past life , Chloes adoption had marked the beginning of her nightmare . No matter how hard she tried to please them , her brothers all favored Chloe . Noah had even said he wished Chloe was their biological sister . This time , she gave up on the bullshit family spirit ! Seeing Alices expensive jewelry , Chloe felt a pang of jealousy , but she didnt show it . She shrank back slightly , then answered cautiously . Alice , I know you dont want me be your sister . , But dont worry , I wont compete with you for the brothers attention . After all , Ill always be an outsider . Youre their real sister , you shared same blood ; how could I compare ? Chloes tears welled up . A cynical smile played on Alices lips . Such a delicate false angel . In her past life , shed been completely fooled by Chloes innocent act , only seeing the womans true face before she died . Seeing this , Caleb quickly explained . Chloe , dont cry . Who says youre an outsider ? From today on , youre my little sister . Chloe lowered her eyelids , concealing a flash of triumph . Noah produced a box . Chloe , this is a gift for you . Chloe looked surprised . Noah , isnt this Alices gift ? I cant accept it ! Alice saw the limited edition figurine inside and wasnt surprised . In her past life , Noah had kindly decided for her , giving the figurine shed waited so long for to Chloe as an apology . Noah : Just take it . She owes you . Caleb said , displeased . Alice , even though Chloe didnt mind for pushing her into the pool , and Noah gave her a gift on your behalf , wheres your sincerity ? Alice nodded . Thats why I brought an apology gift . She removed all her jewelry , placing each piece on a tray . This is the antique phoenix crown Ethan gave me . This is the emerald pendant Noah gave me . This is the century old ginseng Alex gave me . This is the rare pink diamond ring Caleb gave me . This is the jade bracelet Finn gave me . This is the gold trophy Luke gave me . Alice placed each item on the tray . These are all very important to me . As an apology gift , I think its sincere enough . CO 18 54 Chapter 1 Shed known Caleb would question her apology , so shed prepared this . Since Chlor had been adopted , her brothers hadnt given her any decent gifts only these valuable things . In the end , theyd all find excuses to take them back and give them to Chloe . Calebs expression froze when he saw the items . These were Alices most prized possessions ! How dare she ? * Noah parsed his lipe Alice , what are you doing ? Noah , I said these are my sincere apologies . Caleh , do you think its enough Alices expression was calm , het emotions were unreadable . Chloe was surprised , wondering what Alice was up to a strategic retreat ? Chloe immediately spoke . Alice , these are gifts your brothers gave you . Theyre tou precious , I cant accept them . Caleb angrily said , Thats right , these are gifts we gave you . How can you give them to someone else ? The smile on Chloes face faltered . She lightly bit her lip . Yeah , Alice , Im just someone else . How could I deserve these gifts ? Caleb realized hed misspoken . Chloe , I didnt mean that . Ill find another gift for you . You cant accept gifts someone else has already received Chloe immediately smiled through her tears . Thank you , Caleb . Calebs heart softened . This is what a well behaved sister looks like . * Noah sighed helplessly . 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