Rise of the returned sister (by Isla) novel Chapter 8

Chapter 8

Janie’s works made Zion livid. He shouted at the top of his lungs Tid your hear that What kind of nonsence is the spenting She’s actually defending that sickly wimp And du has the nerve to say I deserve it!”

As his voice rang out, Janie’s gaze turned ice–cold.

Til admit I made mistakes in the past. I didn’t teach you properly, and I can understand why you’ve fallen short in some aspects” said Kathy, frowning at Janie, “But from now on. I’ll make sure to guide you better, Janie

Zion shot Janie a gloating look hearing Kathy’s words, while Xena, visibly flustered, jumped in. Please don’t blame her! I know it’s all my fault.”

Zion’s brows furrowed, his irritation bubbling to the surface. “Xena, quit blaming yourself! This has nothing to do with your

“Oh yes? And what exactly have I done wrong” Janie churled dryly, “What makes you think I wasn’t raised properly?”

Zion sneered, “For starters, just the fact that you’ve been sniffing around that sickly Alvarez guy shows you’ve got no class

The room fell silent. Clearly, the others agreed with him.

“So you really don’t understand human language, do you?” Janie’s voice dropped a degree. “All I did was taking a look at his aura. There was no impropriety. So how, pray tell, does that count as flirting?”

Zion was fuming. “You’re babbling about that weird aura thing again!”

Janie didn’t explain further but showed a sharp, mocking smile. “Tell me, how are you any different from those sleazy creeps who spread vile rumors about women?”

Zion was utterly pissed. “How dare you compare me to them!”

Xena’s voice came in soft and timid. “Calm down, Janie. Zion’s just worried about you. He’s afraid you’ll take a wrong step. He didn’t mean to accuse you unfairly.”

Janie almost laughed, “And there it is. You play the same card every time. The second you open your mouth, your brainless brother Zion feels sorry for you. It only makes him more convinced you’re the perfect sister while I’m nothing but a villain.”

Zion’s anger skyrocketed. “Who are you calling brainless?”

“Enough!” Kathy couldn’t bear the chaos any longer. Her disappointment was written all over her face as she looked at Janie. “I thought that since you were separated from us for so many years and weren’t properly raised, I should cut you some slack. But you’re just too much!”

Xena tugged gently on her sleeve. Kathy softened, patting Xena’s hand affectionately before turning back to Janie with a stern face.

“Listen, Janie, now that you’re back, you’ll have every opportunity to broaden your horizons and get the kind of education you’ve been missing” She said, “It’s all for your own good. Xena genuinely sees you as her sister. You don’t need to treat her like the enemy”

Janie’s expression didn’t waver. Kathy frowned, but continued, “And as for Spencer Alvarez, his health is far too fragile. He’s not a good match for you. Don’t let his looks fool you. Not to mention their behavior today was anything but well-

mannered.”

She said it all with what she likely thought was motherly patience. Janie’s eyes flickered briefly, but her gaze quickly turned frigid.

“I don’t think so, they’re very well–mannered.” said Janie, “Mrs. Jenkins, is it because your children lack proper upbringing that you feel the need to judge others?”

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Chapter 8

Kathy was stunned by shock, “How dare you say that!”

“They’ve done nothing wrong” Janie felt bad for letting those who had treated her kindly he slandered. They were only helping me the one you seem to despise

Kathy stumbled over her words, clearly caught off guard “That’s not

The rest of the Jenkins exchanged uneasy glances, their brows slightly furrowed.

“Alright, enough of this Frank said, his tone softer as he glanced at Janie. “Janie, your mother’s just looking out for you. Don’t hold a grudge. Let’s just focus on getting along as a family from now on

Kathy, realizing she had been too harsh, allowed her expression to soften.

Sensing an opening. Xena stood up and walked toward Janie with a smile. “That’s right! Janie, let’s make an effort to get along, alright!”

But her smile froze–Janie sidestepped her approach without hesitation.

Kathy’s disappointment only deepened. “Are you intentionally trying to go up against us?”

Janie let out a sarcastic laugh. “Mrs. Jenkins, your ability to spin this narrative is almost impressive”

Her voice grew sharper as Kathy hesitated. “Who’s really the hostile one here? You have an impressive talent for selective blindness. Zion’s nasty attitude? You completely ignore it. Xena’s exaggerations? Somehow, those just slip past you too.”

Kathy froze, her lips twitching as if to reply, but Janic continued, “And guess what? The moment I push back, it’s blown out of proportion. You’ve got the nerve to act all self–righteous, completely blind to your own double standards. It’s honestly impressive.

Xena turned pale, Janie, I..”

“Stop saying my name like that,” Janie interrupted, her tone sharp. “Do you honestly think you deserve to be called my family!”

Xena’s eyes brimmed with tears. “I know you hate me. I’m not even a real Jenkins. I should’ve left a long time ago. It’s my fault for not being able to let go of my family. I shouldn’t have stayed…”

The Jenkins rallied around her, feeling for her. Kathy pulled Xena into a hug, her voice warm and reassuring. “My poor Xena! You’ll always be my daughter.”

Janie stood there, watched the scene unfold and smiled faintly. “What a touching display of mother–daughter love. Truly a sight to behold.

Frank, his patience wearing thin, snapped, “Janie, why are you always being so sarcastic?”

Janie chuckled dryly. So they did know how to tell sarcasm after all.

“It’s not Xena who should leave,” Zion suddenly blurted out, “It’s Janie!”

Janie turned to him, raising an eyebrow, “You mean the Janie‘ right in front of you now?”

Zion sneered, “Are you trying to play dumb?”

The others, aside from Xena, visibly tensed. Even they thought he’d gone too far. But Janie remained unruilled. “You know what? You’re absolutely right. That’s exactly what I was thinking”

The room fell silent, everyone caught off guard. But Janie continued, almost to herself, “I never should’ve come here. I’ve disrupted your family’s peace and made everyone uncomfortable. I truly feel regret for that. But honestly, you haven’t

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Frank sighed heavily and spoke slowly. “We just want you to do well, that’s all.”

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Janic chuckled, the sound almost mocking “And what makes you think I’m not doing well

She found it genuinely funny. Sure, life had been a struggle, but she knew she was doing her best, working hard, alway aiming higher. She didn’t feel like she was lacking in any way.

The room grew quiet as Frank fell silent, unable to respond.

“I’ll admit, I didn’t get the kind of fancy education you all received, and yes, things were harder with Lindsey Janie’s voice

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know what? I’ve put in more effort than most. My grades are fine, my character is solid, and I’ve never done anything wrong. So tell me, how exactly am I being ill–mannered? What’s so wrong with how I’m learning?”

Xena, sensing the situation spiraling, hurried to intervene. “Actually, Janie hasn’t done anything wrong. She has every right to hate me. Zion, you should stop picking on her all the time.

Zion shook his head in Trustration, “You’re just too kind–hearted!”

Xena lowered her head in guilt. T’ve wronged her, I know”

Watching the drama unfold, Janie couldn’t help but scoff. “Just because you two are close doesn’t mean you can toss around the word ‘kind–hearted. Has she done anything out of kindness? It’s true that when it comes to foolishness and malice, you two are siblings after all.

Zion and Xena froze, processing her words.

Xena burst into tears, while Zion was on the verge of exploding. “How dare you say that?”