Six Brothers Plea for Forgiveness Novel

Chapter 221 Rain lashed against the windows of the abandoned warehouse , mirroring the storm raging inside Alice Lu .

Across a battered metal table sat her older brother , Ethan , a glint of something cold in his usually jovial eyes .

He held a file a file she remembered from another lifetime , a lifetime where a seemingly insignificant business deal had nearly bankrupted Ethan and shattered their family .

Was this connected ? Luke , her younger brother , shuffled forward , guilt etched onto his face .

His voice , raspy with regret , barely registered above the drumming rain .

Alice , I used to take you everywhere .

Id walk you to and from school , protect you from Fours temper .

This … this time , I admit , I had selfish reasons .

Revenge for you quitting the team , for costing me the championship .

Ive lost .

everything , my reputations in tatters .

Please , for old times sake , drop the charges .

Alice wasnt surprised by his plea .

All the flowery apologies led to the same pathetic request : drop the lawsuit .

Their older brother , Blake , chimed in , his tone smoother , more calculating .

Alice , Sixs team is dissolved .

He paid hefty penalties .

Hes suffered enough .

Let it go .

Seeing Lukes pathetic posture , Alice felt no satisfaction .

Her focus remained singular : uncovering the truth behind their parents death , finding the hit and run driver whod escaped justice .

She wanted that person to pay .

Ethans voice hardened , cutting through the tense silence .

Alice , have you made your decision ? Ive already said its not my decision .

Industrial espionage is Maple Corps jurisdiction to pursue .

But you and Jack are close , right ? Just sweet talk him .

Hell agree , Blake said casually , as if influencing a billion dollar CEO was as easy as ordering a burger .

Rich kids like Jack dont sweat the small stuff .

As long as the project stays with Maple Corp , everything else is negotiable .

Ethan , clearly frustrated , pressed , So youd rather protect Maple Corps interests than uncover the truth about Mom and Dads death ? Youre being selfish , Alice ! Alice stared at them , her gaze unwavering .

Mom and Dad would understand .

She refused to be manipulated by Ethans guilt trip .

Ethan slammed his fist on the table , making the old metal clang .

You say that again ? Their younger brother , Noah , stepped in .

Brother , calm down .

Dont resort to violence .

Stay out of it ! Didnt you hear her ? She doesnt even care about finding out who killed our parents ! Shes heartless ! Ethans eyes welled up .

Alices voice remained steady , a chilling contrast to the outburst .

Believe what you want .

She craved the truth as much as anyone , but not at this price .

She could investigate on her own .

Blake stepped in front of Alice , trying to diffuse the situation .

Okay , Ethan , forcing a choice like this was wrong .

You cant pressure her .

Alices voice icy .

Move .

She knew there was more to Blakes words .

But about Six , Blake continued , softening his tone .

He always looked out for you .

He was the closest to your age .

He cared for you the most .

His voice turned persuasive .

Dropping the charges is like repaying him for all he did .

You want to cut ties ? Settle this first .

ettle it ? She had settled it , lifetimes ago .

The agony of her last life , the loss shed carried , was more than enough repayment .

Chapter 221 Fourth , enough of this repayment nonsense ! Noah intervened .

Were siblings , not creditors Blake frowned , but Noahs presence prevented further confrontation .

Fine , give her some time to think .

Alice , go .

Get back to school , let me know youre safe .

Alice left without looking back .

Blake watched her go , then sighed .

Hed give her a day .

On the street , the city lights blurred through her tears .

The memories of that night , of the accident , remained frustratingly elusive .

Jacks car pulled up beside her .

He followed her , hesitant to approach .

Only when she was far away did he honk .

Seeing Jack , Alice dissolved into tears .

She threw herself into his arms .

Just hold me , please just for a moment .

Jack stiffened , caught off guard .

After a long silence , he asked, Whats wrong ? After wiping away her tears , she said , Take me home .

Jack drove her to her apartment , but instead of going up with her he watched her quietly .

He dared not ask too many questions .

The next morning , a phone call pulled her from a troubled sleep .

It was her friend You didnt come home last night ! Youre skipping class ? Yeah , I dont feel like going .

Tell them Ill be there .

She She hung up , and a message popped up from a shadowy online forum : they wanted to meet to discuss her firewall software .

The address ? Ethans office building .

A shiver ran down her spine , realizing the uncanny connection .

She sent back a curt message : Sorry , Ive decided not to cooperate .

I wont provide further support .

She spent the rest of the day in bed .

Later , heading to her college gaming teams afternoon practice , she saw Blake filming surrounded by throngs of fans .

She tried to a movie near campus member shouted her name , revealing her presence .

sneak past , but her team Blake approached , forcing a smile .

I know you didnt sleep well , so I didnt call you earlier .

Dont worry about being late ; Ill treat the crew to dinner .

Dont feel bad .

Alice took a step back , instinctively avoiding his touch .

Shed never been notified about any movie set visit .

His smile vanished .

He grabbed her wrist , his eyes hardening .

Have you made your choice ? Family or outsiders ? This is a more emotionally charged and descriptive version , localized to an American setting with American names and locations .

Ive tried to maintain the plot points and character dynamics more immersive and dramatic reading experience .

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