Billionaire And His Son Betrayed Me: Brothers Back Me Up novel Chapter 43

Chapter 43

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Sommy had no appetite these past couple of days. His health was never great, and every time he got sick, it felt like going through hell.

After going hungry for two days, Sonny missed Xylia’s hearty porridge more than ever.

He didn’t go to school, and when he realized Xylin was still home, he couldn’t help but go to her room.

Xylia had moved her drawing board by the window. There was a bandage on her wrist, and her movements were slow but steady as she lifted her brush.

The sunlight streamed in through the window, bathing Xylia in a gentle light.

Maybe Sonny hadn’t seen his mother in ages, so now that he saw Xylia, a deep longing welled up inside him.

Out of the corner of her eye, Xylia noticed movement at the door and turned to see Sonny.

Even though they lived in the same house, Xylia hadn’t seen her son in days.

Sonny had even been sulking, insisting on eating in his room just to avoid seeing her.

“Did you need something? Xylia asked, her voice cold.

Sonny felt like his mother was a stranger again. He pouted, stuck out his chin, and looked at Xylia acting all high and mighty.

“I want your hearty porridge, Go make it for me, now,” Sonny ordered.

Xylia frowned at his bossy attitude. “Is that really how you ask someone for a favor?”

Seeing Xylia’s expression, Sonny couldn’t help but remember how strict she used to be whenever she was in charge of his studies, meals, or anything else, and how stern she got whenever he messed up.

Sonny instinctively lowered his head.

Xylia’s heart softened a little seeing him like that. She’d raised Sonny herself; she knew every side of him.

Upon seeing how his face had grown so thin after just a few days of illness, Xylia’s heart ached for him.

She put down her brush and removed the bandage she’d had on for six hours. “Let’s go,” she said.

Xylia still went to make Sonny his hearty porridge.

While Xylia was making the hearty porridge, Sonny pulled aside the servant and told her to learn Xylia’s recipe.

That way, next time he wanted some, Sonny wouldn’t have to bother his mom for it. The servant could whip it up for him whenever he wanted.

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When Xylia finished making the hearty porridge and carried it out, Tessa came downstairs.

Upon noticing Xylia serving Sonny his hearty porridge, with Sonny sitting there quietly waiting, Tessa’s eyes. narrowed, and she strode over.

“So you finally made Sommy his porridge. He’s barely eaten these past couple of days–kept going on about your porridge nonstop,” Tessa said.

Worried Tessa might get the wrong idea, Sonny quickly explained, “Tessa, once I’m better, I really like cooking, too.”

your

Tessa smiled and ruffled Sonny’s hair. “You can cat whatever you want, Sonny, I won’t get jealous at all. Just tell me whenever you’re craving something, and no matter what I’m doing, I’ll drop everything to make it for

you.

Tessa, you re so nice

Sonny said, laying it on thick.

Sonny kept buttering Tessa up, and honestly, he was starting to think she really was awesome. She’d make a great mom.

Tessa was not like his mom, who was always bossing him around, nagging about his homework, his bedtime, and even keeping tabs on when he went out to play.

Xylia didn’t get involved in their cozy chat and simply served up the hearty porridge. “Your porridge’s ready. Dig in.

“Let me do it,” Tessa offered, reaching out for the bowl. But just as her hand got close, she suddenly swatted at the bowl.

Scalding soup spilled onto both their hands. Xylia jerked her hand back, while Tessa shrieked in pain.

two voices called out at the same time.

“Tessa,” two

In the next second, Connor rushed to Tessa’s side, worry written all over his face as he gently took her hand.

“Don’t blame Xylia. I messed up grabbing the bowl. I’m not that delicate. I’ll be fine. Just hurry and check on Xylia’s hand,” Tessa said, waving off her injury, her skin flushed red from the scalding burn.

Connor shot Xylia a fierce glare. “Xylia, there’s a limit to your selfishness. Tessa’s your sister, and she’s a star dancer. You burned her hand. Are you trying to destroy her future?” he snapped.

Sonny jumped in, yelling at Xylia, “You’re just jealous of Tessa. You can’t dance anymore, so you want to mess things up for her. That’s just nasty.”

“I- Xylia barely got a word out before Connor swept Tessa up in his arms and hurried out the door. Sonny scrambled off his stool and chased after them.

Moments later, the engine revved up outside; they must be heading to the hospital.

Xylia went back to the kitchen, running her hand under cold water before applying some burn cream.

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After she saw Connor and Sonny turn against her, her heart felt almost completely still. There was still a dull ache in her chest, but she knew it would fade soon enough.

Just as Xylia was about to head back to her room, her phone rang; it was Yves. “Get back to the Schultz. residence within an hour, or face the consequences,” he snapped, then hung up.

Xylia didn’t want to go back. But she knew she needed to settle things with the Schultz family once and for all. Plus, it would be her grandmother’s death anniversary in two months, and she had to be there for that.

After a moment of thought, Xylia packed up and headed back to the Schultz residence.

As soon as Xylia stepped into the villa, she spotted Sadie, whom she’d run into not long ago.

Ruby and Sadie were sitting on one couch, while Yves and Gia sat across from them on the other. Everyone’s expression was grim.

The moment Xylia stepped inside, Gia came at her, hand raised for a slap.

Xylia dodged just in time.

“You shameless bitch, still got the nerve to dodge? After all the crap you pulled out there, you’ve made the Schultz family a laughingstock,” Gia yelled.

Xylia frowned. “What did I even do?”

“How dare you even ask?” Gia snapped, her hand raised threateningly.

Sadie suddenly jumped up from the couch, eyes blazing and teary as she stormed straight toward Xylia.

“It’s all because of you. You man–stealing bitch, you seduced my boyfriend away,” Sadie yelled.

“What nonsense are you talking about? I don’t even know your boyfriend, Xylia retorted.

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