Rebirth After Being Betrayed by My Husband (Lily and Ryan) novel Chapter 55

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Inside the grand hall of the Miller Mansion, a tense silence hung in the air. The maids had discreetly cleaned away the shattered glass, leaving no trace of the earlier chaos, and quietly retreated to avoid the looming storm. On the large couches, the family members sat with varying expressions–anger, frustration, and, for some, a simmering sense of betrayal. 

As Lily entered the hall, she felt a thrill course through her veins. Her sharp eyes swept over the room, landing on each disgruntled face. Their reddened expressions were priceless, and a sly smirk tugged at her lips. Looks like my little “gift” was well received. 

Rose was the first to notice her presence. Her eyes narrowed as she took in Lily’s calm demeanor and the infuriating smile playing on her lips. Rage and jealousy burned in her chest, but she kept her tone mocking. 

“The rebellious sister returns,” she sneered. Just wait, Lily. Dad’s furious this time, and you’ve definitely crossed the line. He won’t spare you. 

Her words drew the attention of everyone in the room. All eyes turned to Lily as she strolled in, her poise and serenity a stark contrast to the tension surrounding her. 

Casey, the matriarch, was the first to break the silence. “Lily, dear, why didn’t you answer your phone?” she asked, her tone a mix of concern and accusation. 

Lily feigned an innocent expression, tilting her head slightly as if confused. “I’m sorry, Mother. I didn’t have my phone with me,” she replied sweetly. Then, turning her gaze to Rose, she added with mock concern, “Rose, are you okay? Manager Nathan told me you weren’t feeling well. I was so worried.” 

Rose’s face twisted into an angry sneer. “Cut the act, dear eldest sister. After everything you’ve done, you think I’d believe your fake concern? Spare me!” she snapped, her voice dripping with contempt. 

The room tensed further as she continued, her voice rising. “How could you? Did you even think about your family before doing something so cruel? You’ve stabbed us all in the back! And for what? After everything we’ve done for you, this is how you repay us?” 

Tears glistened in her eyes, but her words lacked sincerity. “You’re not my sister anymore. You’ve hurt all of us, especially Father. Do you have any idea how much pain you’ve caused him?” 

Lily struggled to suppress the laughter bubbling inside her. Love? Family? These hypocrites wouldn’t recognize love if it hit them in the face. She wasn’t falling for their cheap performance–not this time, not 

ever. 

Feigning confusion, she tilted her head and asked, “Rose, what are you talking about? What have I done?” 

Her calm question only fueled Rose’s anger. “Don’t pretend you don’t know!” she spat. “Do you feel no shame asking that, eldest sister?” 

Casey interjected, trying to calm Rose. “Rose, speak clearly. What exactly happened?” 

But Lily already knew where this was headed. She could see the cracks in their carefully constructed facade and was more than ready to watch their charade crumble. Let’s see how far they’ll go with their lies. 

“Rose, speak clearly. What exactly have I done to deserve these accusations?” Lily asked firmly, her voice calm but sharp. 

Rose’s face twisted in fury as she shouted, “Stop pretending, you bitch!” 

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Lily drew in a sharp breath, her gaze hardening as she glared at her younger sister. “Rose, watch your tongue,” she snapped, her voice ringing with authority. “I am your elder sister, and you owe me respect!” 

Her sudden outburst left everyone in the room stunned. This was a side of Lily they had never seen before. The once meek and submissive girl now stood before them, bold and unyielding. Even Morgan, the head of the household, was taken aback. 

Rose, however, was seething with rage. How dare Lily, an orphan who had always been beneath her, raise her voice? How dare she demand respect? Clenching her fists, Rose’s thoughts raced. I’ll put her in her place. She needs to be reminded who she really is. 

“You’ve gone too far!” Rose roared. “Who do you think you are, acting like this? You’re nothing but a worthless orph-” 

“Rose, ENOUGH!” Morgan’s thunderous voice cut through the air, halting Rose mid–sentence. “Not another word! Is this how I raised you to speak to your elder sister?” 

To an outsider, it might have seemed as though Morgan was chastising his daughter, but Lily saw through the act. She knew he wasn’t protecting her; he was saving Rose from letting the truth slip out. The word “orphan” had been on the tip of Rose’s tongue, and Morgan had intervened just in time to prevent further damage. 

“But, Dad, she-” Rose began, only to be silenced by a sharp glare. 

“I said enough! You will stand there quietly, and I don’t want to hear another word from you!” Morgan commanded, his voice laced with barely restrained anger. 

Rose huffed in frustration, crossing her arms and glaring daggers at Lily.