Pampered by my three brothers: the return of the neglected heiress novel Chapter 38

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Even at dinner, the family’s topic was mainly what they would name Penny’s new pet. ” 

“You still haven’t thought of a name?” Atlas asked out of pure curiosity. 

Allison shook her head. “Penny hadn’t decided.” 

“How can she decide when the list is longer than our carpet?” Charles sighed. 

“I believe Penny can choose eventually,” said Haines with a chuckle. “No rush, Penny.” 

Penny smiled as she ate another spoonful. Getting a new pet today wasn’t what she expected, but it was nice. Her new pet was cute, and it also seemed 

well–behaved. Having additional companions wasn’t all 

that bad. 

The family dined peacefully without any events. 

“I’m finished!” Slater announced, finishing his meal early. “Mom, Dad, I forgot I have an assignment to do. I’ll do it now!” 

After saying his piece, Slater dashed away like a bolt of 

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lightning. 

Charles and Allison looked at each other with slight surprise before they cast their eyes back to where Slater had left. However, no one suspected that something was wrong except Allison. 

When the dinner came to an end, Allison went straight 

to Slater’s room. 

“Slater?” Allison peeked her head in the door, only to see Slater doing some projects on the floor. She smiled gently and walked into his room. 

“Mom?” Slater smiled, watching his mother squat near him. “Why are you here?” 

“Nothing, honey. I’m just… a little worried.” Allison maintained a smile while looking at Slater. “You hadn’t been eating like usual and even finished quickly.” 

“Hehe. I’m just trying to do well in school.” 

Allison’s eyes softened. “Should I help you?” 

“I’m okay.” Slater shook his head. “I can do this on my 

own.” 

“Oh.” Allison sighed intly and watched him resume his 

activity. 

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Usually, Slater would go to her or his big brothers for help in school. After all, Slater’s grades weren’t that high. It wasn’t like the couple ever pressured their children to have good grades, except Hugo. As long as they passed their year, the couple was fine with it. 

Now Slater wasn’t asking for their help anymore. Moreover, he wasn’t arguing with Penny so much. Though he hadn’t opened up, she knew Slater had the biggest heart. It was only a matter of time. 

“Mom?” Slater suddenly looked up at her. “Can I…” 

“Yes, honey?” 

Slater smiled and shook his head. “Nothing. Mom, I need to focus on my project so, please close the door once you leave.” 

“Oh, sorry. I didn’t think I might be disturbing you.” Allison cleared her throat and reluctantly rose from her spot. “I’ll leave you then.” 

Having said that, Allison left the room as quietly as possible. 

When the door shut closed, Slated quickly sat up. He rushed to the door and locked it. Walking back to his 

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The uniform was crumpled, and dirty, with some shoe print and egg yolk residue on it. His grip tightened, causing more creases on the dirty uniform. Last year, Slater secretly bought a spare uniform that he wore every day, only to change before going home not to raise suspicion. 

Sniff. 

Slater wiped his eyes with his arm, unable to stop his tears from falling. He cried without a sound and when he recovered, he quickly checked himself in the mirror. If his parents saw his eyes, they would worry. Allison, especially, would definitely think something was wrong and would ask the school. 

Fortunately, his eyes didn’t look that swollen and he could just tell them he rubbed them. 

“Ouch…” Slater winced as he felt a sudden pain in his side. Pulling up his shirt, he clicked his tongue at the bruise on his side and abdomen. “Why did I even try to fight back? It’s three against one.” 

A deep sigh escaped him as he put down his shirt, looking at himself in the mirror. Before he could even think of any pathetic words to describe himself, he 

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picked up the dirty uniform. He protectively hugged them and cautiously snuck out of his room. 

Every single night in the past year, Slater would secretly wash his uniform. There were times he 

wouldn’t have to because his bullies wouldn’t 

physically harm him. But tonight, their shoe prints were almost imprinted on the uniform. He had to get rid of them. Hence, he went out early to wash them than usual. 

The laundry area was just right next to the dirty kitchen. Slater had to pass through the dirty kitchen first. He hadn’t seen anyone so far, so he felt rather relaxed. But before he could leave the dirty kitchen, the fridge suddenly closed. 

Slater flinched and instinctively turned his head to the fridge. 

“Slater?” Penny blinked innocently before she quickly hid something behind her back. @ 

Slater’s face twitched. “Didn’t you eat already?” 

“Midnight snacks,” was she said, earning a hiss from him. “I usually feel hungry in the middle of the night when I’m sleeping” 

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“You’re a monster,” he blurted out in horror. She was 

only in the household for one season and he could tell she had already gained a hundred kilos!❤ 

“Glutton! Mhmp!” Slater snubbed her and resumed his 

steps.