A Reborn Bride Pearl Emerging From Dust Novel

Chapter 35 Valerian glanced up at Calliope .

After a moment of silence , he walked over to her , his demeanor stern .

He grabbed her wrist with a firm grip , his emotions clearly boiling over .

Calliope , you shouldnt be here .

Youre married now , and hugging random people isnt exactly appropriate .

Be good , its time to go home .

Calliope looked down at his hand on her wrist , then back up at him .

Sorry , but Im not just hugging anyone .

This is my dearest brother .

But you , holding me like this isnt really appropriate , is it ? Were not that close .

Valerian , your favorite sister is over there .

After saying her piece , she yanked her arm free from his grip .

Brother ? Valerian found it amused as he gazed at Calliope .

What kind of joke is this ? Im your brother .

Even if youre acting out , theres no need to find some stranger to play that role .

Hes not a stranger , hes my brother .

Calliope stood next to Norton .

We grew up together , hes been looking out for me , and always protecting me .

Valerians expression darkened as if a memory had been triggered .

He remembered Calliope mentioning siblings before , brothers she played with during her childhood .

He had never met them , but he knew of their existence .

He sized up Norton , recognizing him .

Norton was quite the name in the racing circles , someone Valerian had competed against a few times .

It somehow irked him to think that Calliope might be here to cheer Norton on , not him .

Im your real brother , Valerian insisted .

Calliope , youre coming with me .

His words were forceful , reflecting his disbelief that Calliope would ignore him for someone else .

He always thought she valued their bond above all .

Sometimes , family isnt everything , Calliope replied with a chuckle .

Im not fond of selfish people , Valerian .

I have no brothers like you .

By the way , your beloved sister seems to be calling for you .

Might as well go back there .

Calliope gestured behind him .

Not far away , Lisette watched the exchange anxiously .

Shed always clung to her brothers and seeing them chat for quite a while , she was worried theyd be swayed by Calliopes presence .

Valerian , come here ! Ive got something for you ! Lisettes voice rang out , filled with urgency .

Calliope glanced back at Lisette , her eyes steely and her lips curling slightly .

She looked back at Valerian , If youre not going to Lisette , then maybe Ill just take your advice and head home .

Dont be ridiculous , Valerian muttered , furrowing his brow .

Oh no , Valerian ! I twisted my ankle ! It hurts so much ! Lisette pretended to run toward them before dramatically dropping to the ground .

She looked up at Valerian with wide , pleading eyes .