Six Brothers Plea for Forgiveness Novel

Chapter 72 I dont want to repeat myself .

Noah , usually mild mannered , was frighteningly serious .

He gritted his teeth .

Have you forgotten why were even here ? Luke finally calmed down .

Hed come to the gala hoping to reconcile with Alice , but things had spiraled wildly out of control .

Chloe , sensing the shift in the atmosphere , whispered to Luke , Sixth Brother , lets go .

My foot hurts .

Luke , frustrated but defeated , reluctantly left with Chloe , without a single apology .

Alice watched the whole absurd drama unfold , feeling nothing but weary indifference .

Chloes same old tricks , Lukes predictable reaction .

it was all tiresome and irritating .

Noah swallowed his disappointment , carefully addressing Alice .

I apologize for Luke .

I … I never expected him to act like that .

The guilt gnawed at him , especially considering Lukes brazen demand for Alices apology .

Alices voice was flat .

I dont accept his apology .

Alice , I know youre angry , and I am too .

But you really cant sign with TikTok .

Its a cutthroat business , and I dont want you to get hurt .

He looked at her with pleading eyes .

I know youve always been obedient , and Ive neglected you .

But that changes now .

Sign with Green Apple Live , and youll have all the resources you need .

Ive already signed with TikTok .

Alices tone was casual .

Noahs face froze .

He hadnt expected her to move so quickly .

He was incredulous .

Such a big decision , and you made it alone ? Didnt you consider talking to the family ? My life , my decisions .

Alice turned and walked away , unwilling to engage further .

Noah watched her go , a mixture of helplessness and sorrow washing over him .

Alice had changed .

She no longer relied on him , not longer revolved around him .

The galas minor disruption was quickly forgotten .

Alice , the twelve hit combo gaming streamer , was a popular attraction .

The TikTok manager personally approached her with a contract .

Ms.

Alice , lets do this today .

Alice nodded .

Okay .

Noah watched silently , silently draining his wine glass , a suffocating weight in his chest .

Alice , confident and accomplished on stage , was a revelation .

He realized his little sister had grown up , no longer the dependent child he remembered .

After the gala , Alice made several valuable connections .

Leaving with Chloe , Chloe was practically ecstatic .

That was so satisfying ! Chloe getting what she deserved ! Ill be dreaming about it ! Alice smiled .

After all this time , Chloes tactics havent changed .

But she wouldnt be a victim this time .

Daniel , the coach of the Ball e sports team , approached them .

Ms .

Alice , may I offer you a ride home ?! Alice was about to refuse when Noah intervened .

No need .

Ill take my sister home .

Daniel raised sure your sister wants go with you ? raised an eyebrow .

Are you Shes still my sister .

Dont even think about it , Coach .

Noah didnt want Alice involved with the Ball team Alice stepped back , putting distance between herself and Noah .

I can get myself home .

I dont need either of you .

Alice .

I need to talk to you .

Alices expression was think theres calm .

I dont think theres anything talk about .

Alice , I know youre angry , and Lukes behavior was unacceptable .

Ill make sure he pays for this .

Are you really going to let this drive a wedge between you and the rest of the family ? Alice found the question laughable .

Hadnt the family always sided with Chloe ? She responded coldly , It makes no difference to me .

Waiting for a taxi , a familiar car pulled up .

Alice knew who it was .

The window rolled down , and Jacks gaze met hers .

Get in .

Alice got into the passenger seat .

passenger seat .

As she closed the door , Noah approached .

Alice , I know youre tired .

Can we talk another time ? Alice pursed her lips .

Maybe .

Noah floored the gas pedal .

Noah stood there , defeated , turning to Daniel .

Coach , Alice will never sign with your team .

Give it up .

You Windhams are so confident .

Why are you so afraid of competition ? Ive never seen such blatant favoritism .

Its unbelievable .

Daniel , though , glanced in the direction Alice had gone .

If he wasnt mistaken , that was Noah driving .

No wonder Alice was a twelve hit combo pro ! But why was he here , personally picking up a girl ? Something was definitely up .

you get here ? In the car , Alice discreetly glanced at Noah How did Coincidence .

Jacks long fingers gripped the steering wheel , his expression slightly uneasy .

Did you enjoy the gala ? It was … interesting .

Thinking of Luke and Chloes meltdown lifted her spirits .

Jack looked at her , aware of what had transpired .

Hed come to make sure she was okay , expecting her to be upset .

She was much stronger than hed imagined .

Alices phone buzzed .

A message from her older brother .

She didnt bother reading it ; it was probably more moral lecturing .

She was tired of their endless guilt tripping .

She put her phone down .

Lets get some barbecue .

Where do you want to go ? Theres this amazing place by our old school .

I used to sneak out to eat there .

It felt like I was committing a crime every time , always worried about the smell sticking to my clothes .

Jack followed her lead .

Why sneak out ? Chapter 72 Because Noah forbade junk food .

He said it was unhealthy … Her voice trailed off .

Jack noticed the shift in her mood .

Leaving the Windham family … no regrets ? None .

Alice lowered her eyelids .

They were nice enough about small things , but when it mattered like choosing a college after graduation , or anything involving Chloe they always made me compromise , make me give way .

She didnt need their paltry favors .

And she wouldnt be manipulated by their guilt trips .

Jacks lips curved into a slight smile .

Hed worried for nothing .

The car pulled up to the school gates , Jack frowned at the slightly grungy surroundings but sat down calmly nonetheless .

Alice ordered a feast of her favorite things .

I havent had this in ages .

And two beers , please .

The owner , looking at Jack , asked Alice froze .

Boyfriend ? Alice , What about your boyfriend ?