After I died, my whole family breathed a sigh of relief 3

After I died, my whole family breathed a sigh of relief 3

Chapter 3 

Before I could react, Bella pulled out the necklace and reached for my neck, pretending to trip backward as if I were pushing her

But I was ready for this. As she leaned back, I grabbed her arm, and instead, I lost my balance and fell to the ground

Bella was taken aback by my move, while I calmly stood up, dusting myself off

Thanks for the gift, but you should be more careful. You almost hurt yourself. Good thing I caught you. Otherwise, you’d be the one on the floor,I said, my voice steady

Bella was speechless, her plan foiled

I wasn’t naive. I knew exactly what she was up to

In the previous life, it was the room, and in this life, it was the necklace. Bella had always been a master of backup plans, scheming to make me her shadow

But I wasn’t falling for it. I had changed my path this time, and her schemes seemed almost comical to me

I had learned to love myself in this life, and I wasn’t interested in anything she cared about

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When I was reborn, all I wanted was to leave this family, be independent, and find my own worth

I’m really too clumsy. I just wanted to give you the necklace and get along with you, but I ended up causing trouble,Bella said, still quick on her feet

Her words, of course, were not for me but for our parents

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I’m just a burden. Everything I do seems to cause trouble,she continued

Sure enough, my mom couldn’t bear to hear that. She pulled Bella into her arms and comforted her, Of course, you’re not a burden. No one in this family is a burden. You’re all my treasures.” 

My dad chimed in, Parents never think their kids are a hassle.” 

When similar things happened to me, I was just a troublemaker. But with Bella, they assured her that no parent would ever think their child was a burden

In my past life, when I stumbled, they called me clumsy and told me not to embarrass them

I didn’t want to watch their act anymore, so I walked straight into my room and shut the door

Through the thin walls, I could faintly hear Bella’s voice

Does Zoe not like me?” 

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Zoe’s just tired,my mom quickly replied

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My dad added, She left without saying a word. Kids from the orphanage really need to be taught some manners.” 

I pulled the blanket over my head with a cold laugh, blocking out their voices

What was there left to expect from a family like this

When I came downstairs, the only people around were the maids cleaning up

As expected, my parents were probably comforting Bella after her little performance and taking her out to cool off

I grabbed my book and headed for the door

It was time to start planning my future. I was still a student. Getting into a good university was my only way to a better life

Just as I was about to leave, Alex was walking back in. We locked eyes, and he looked at me warily, like I was some thief

Where do you think you’re going, Zoe?he asked

To the library to study,I replied honestly

Alex let out a mocking laugh. Don’t be pretending. Are you 

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really going to study or just trying to act like the perfect child and steal Mom and Dad’s attention from Bella?” 

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I ignored him, but he wasn’t done. I’m warning you. No tricks. No matter how hard you try, you’ll never replace Bella in their hearts.” 

In both lives, Alex had always seen me as someone out to steal the love meant for Bella, as if I were the villain trying to break up their perfect family

But who cared what he thought

I walked past him without another word, heading for the library

Alex wasn’t giving up. Watch it, Zoe. Keep your fox tail hidden. I’m onto you!” 

Dinner was a family affairMom, Dad, Bella, and Alex were all 

there

They had planned a big dinner to announce me as their child

In my past life, I had eagerly anticipated this dinner, competing with Bella every step of the way

But it never happened. I kept asking, and they kept making excuses. In the end, they blamed me for being selfish and vain

You only think about yourself. You never considered how Bella would feel, and how she might be judged at this dinner. You’re so selfish and conceited

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You’re nothing like a Brooks. You only think about yourself and don’t care about others. How could I have a daughter like you?” 

Back then, I didn’t understand. It was their idea and their promise, so why did they turn it around and call me selfish

So, in this life, I refused when they brought it up

There’s no need to waste time and money on a fancy dinner. It’s enough that we know the truth among ourselves,I said

My parents were shocked. After all, I had grown up in an orphanage, and they hadn’t expected me to turn down such a grand event

Bella couldn’t hide her relief, but she still pretended to persuade 

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A dinner would help more people get to know you.” 

No, thanks. I don’t like noisy dinners. It doesn’t matter if people know me or not,I insisted

My firmness pleased my dad, who was worried about the cost and didn’t think I was presentable enough for such an event. He was afraid I’d embarrass him

My refusal made them happy, but they were too concerned with appearances to let it go

This dinner could help you expand your social circle. It’s a good 

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idea,they insisted

Their act was so transparent. It was almost funny

Thinking of what I was about to do next, I said, Since you’re so concerned about me, I guess I can’t say 

no.” 

Their smiles froze as soon as the words left my lips

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