Unwanted Girl Spoiled

Chapter 85 The next day , it was no surprise that Leia fell ill again .

At breakfast , the Anderson family all cast disapproving glances at Eli .

It was pretty clear that Leias sudden sickness was a result of the tension caused by him the night before .

Eli , look at what youve done ! Leia was already fragile , and you went and provoked her like that .

Now shes sick again .

Are you happy now ? Kimberly scolded , her eyes full of reproach .

Vincent , though less vocal , also frowned .

Eli , what was with you yesterday ? But surprisingly , Damon , usually the most protective of Leia , remained calm .

He merely shot Eli a cold glance , saying nothing .

Eli , feeling the pressure from his family , scowled .

Whats the big deal ? I just said a few words to her .

I didnt even yell at her .

How is it my fault that shes sick ? Kimberly was about to say more when Noelle , sensing the tension , put down her fork and spoke up , Mom , how about I go check on Leia ? Ive learned some medical techniques , maybe I can help .

Kimberly eyed Noelle with some doubt .

Noelle , are you sure you can handle it ? Yesterday , Noelle had eased Vincents headache with just a massage , and that had left Kimberly feeling rather impressed .

But on second thought , it seemed unrealistic .

Noelle was only eighteen how much could she have possibly learned in such a short time ? Medical school took years to complete , and even a decent doctor was in their thirties or forties .

Noelle could hardly compare to a professional , could she ? But Noelle , ever confident , patted her chest and reassured her mother , Dont worry , Mom .

Ive got this .

Kimberly still wasnt completely convinced , but then Vincent , to everyones surprise , backed Noelle up .

Let Noelle try .

After she helped me last night , I havent had any headaches since .

She might really know something .

Vincent ? Kimberly raised an eyebrow , clearly a little taken aback , but she relented .

Alright , Noelle , after breakfast , you go upstairs and check on Leia .

Okay , Noelle said , pleased .

However , just as Noelle agreed , Damon , who had been quietly eating , suddenly looked up and stopped her .

Noelle , maybe you shouldnt go up to see Leia after all .

Why not ? Noelle turned to Damon , confused .

I dont think its a good idea , Damon replied coolly .

He knew Noelle was eager to show off her skills , but the last thing Leia needed was someone like her barging in with half baked solutions .

Noelle puffed out her cheeks , looking displeased .

Damon , you dont believe I can help Leia ? Im actually really good at this ! Damon sighed in exasperation , Its not about whether you can help her .

Its about you causing more trouble .

Trouble ?! Noelles mouth twisted into a pout .

Im just trying to be helpful .

Why is everything I do a problem ? Damon shook his head , frustrated with Noelles stubbornness .

He was trying to keep things from escalating , but she kept pushing .

Just dont make things worse , Damon muttered , his tone worn .

Noelle crossed her arms and huffed , Why am I always the one getting blamed for everything ? Im only trying to help ! Its not my fault if Leia cant handle a little advice ! The tension was palpable .

And just then , Eli , who had been watching in silence , couldnt hold back any longer .

He let out a mocking laugh .

Damon turned his attention to Eli .

Whats so funny ? Eli smiled , but it wasnt a pleasant one .

He took a slow sip of soup before lifting his gaze and flashing Damon a sarcastic grin .

Oh , nothing .

I just think its all quite amusing .

Damon squinted at him .

Whats so amusing about it ? 1/3 Extra Check in Youchers Exclusive Profile Ad Free Reading Badge 1:05 PM Chapter 85 Eli shrugged .

Oh , never mind .

You wouldnt get it .

What wouldnt I get ? Damon pressed , growing irritated .

The air between them crackled with tension as their exchange grew more heated .

Noelle , completely oblivious to the deeper undercurrents , stared at them wide eyed , unable to understand what was happening .

Would you two stop ? Kimberly interjected , finally noticing the brewing storm .

Can we just eat breakfast without turning it into a battlefield ? Both Damon and Eli fell silent , though neither was happy .

They continued eating , but the atmosphere had definitely soured .

After breakfast , Kimberly asked Eli to go to the garden and get some seeds for her .

As he was him , calling his name .

walking toward the entrance , Damon caught up with Eli .

Eli paused and turned to face Damon , his expression cold and distant .

What ? Are you seriously still going to be like this ? Ever since we got back yesterday , youve been acting all passive aggressive .

Damon cut straight to the point .

Eli raised an eyebrow .

Whats your problem ? Im not doing anything .

You know exactly whats going on , Damon shot back .

Youve been treating Leia like crap .

Whats your deal with her ? Are you upset that she got into trouble at school ? Who said I was upset because of this ? Then why have you been targeting Leia ? I … Eli had initially planned to deny it , but seeing Damon relentlessly press him , he paused and decided to be upfront .

Im not targeting Leia because of that .

Im frustrated with you all causing trouble at the school , but thats not why Im upset with her .

Then what is the reason ? Damon shot back .

Why do you even ask … Eli let out a bitter laugh , fixing his gaze on Damon with a touch of resentment .

Damon , dont you think Leia has changed ever since Noelle came into the Anderson family ? Damon was silent .

I always thought Leia was this gentle , kind , and graceful girl .

But after what happened yesterday , I cant help but feel like shes become someone else .

People have been calling Noelle an illegitimate child .

Do you really think Leia doesnt know about it ? Its been all over her social circle , the whole class is excluding Noelle , and she hasnt noticed ? Do you believe that ? And the whole thing with you going to school she knew what would happen, but did she really try to stop it ? Then theres her attitude toward Noelle .

She keeps saying Noelle is great , but when I told her Noelle has racing talent , did you see how she reacted ? The jealousy in her eyes was practically overflowing .

And this morning why did you stop Noelle from seeing Leia ? Could it be that Leia isnt actually sick and just wanted to play the victim ? Eli had finally let everything out .

So much had happened in the past few days , and it had all hit him hard .

He was about to burst .

After he finished speaking , there was a long pause .

Finally , Damon coldly asked , Are you done ? Eli glanced at Damon , furrowing his brow .

Im done .

How about you ? Do you believe what I said ? Damon was the one who cared most about Leia .

His filter for her was the thickest .

Even after everything Eli just said , it was likely Damon wouldnt believe him .

But to Elis surprise , Damon answered , I believe you .

2/3 Extra Check in Vouchers Ad Free Reading Exclusive Prottle Badge 1:05 PM C Chapter 85 Eli froze for a moment , surprised .

, But before he could respond , Damon turned to face him fully .

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