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CH041: Frozen In Time
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2026-06-22 09:18:21
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Want Me Back? Ask My Brothers First CH041: Frozen In Time
~LORETTE~Despite the humiliation threatening to swallow me whole, I somehow manage to stay seated.The old me would’ve run out of this hall long ago. I would’ve hidden in the nearest restroom and cried until everyone forgot I existed.But for Ella’s sake, I stay.I sit quietly and watch as the judges continue scoring the remaining paintings.When participant twelve’s artwork is revealed, a few judges nod in approval. Participant nineteen earns impressed murmurs from the audience.Then participant twenty-two’s painting is brought forward, and I don’t need anyone to announce the artist’s name before I know who it is.One look at Ava’s face and I already know it’s hers. The confidence radiating from her is a dead give-away. The moment the covering cloth is removed, appreciative gasps ripple through the hall.At the center of the painting stands a massive ancient tree, its branches stretched toward the sky.As the eye travels across the canvas, the seasons change around it—spring giving
Want Me Back? Ask My Brothers First CH040: Blank Canvas
~LORETTE~Within minutes, everyone is seated and the hall falls into a tense silence as the final round officially begins.My heart is pounding so hard that I can barely hear anything else, but I still manage to keep myself together. Thankfully, Ella is beside me.She reaches for my hand beneath the table and gives it a reassuring squeeze, offering me a small smile.One after another, the organizers carry the contestants’ paintings onto the stage and place them before the panel of judges. The canvases are then carefully unveiled for scoring.Gasps ripple through the crowd as masterpiece after masterpiece is revealed.All of them are breathtaking, with every painting telling a story.Yet as I scan the stage for what feels like the hundredth time, a knot gradually begins to tighten in my stomach.Something is terribly wrong.My eyes move over every canvas again, and again. Every last drop of blood drains from my face.My painting isn’t there.Or rather, it is. But it’s completely blank.
Want Me Back? Ask My Brothers First CH039: Final Round
~LORETTE~“We’re really sorry we can’t be there to cheer you on today, Lori.”Lucas’s voice is filled with regret as he speaks to me early that morning.“It’s a pity that our brothers and I all ended up having important work commitments on the same day.” He shakes his head before offering me an apologetic smile. “But I promise I’ll make it up to you. In fact, I have a surprise waiting for you.”“It’s okay, brother. I understand.” I smile reassuringly.As much as I would have loved to have Lucas, Hunter, and Jace there with me today, I can’t expect them to jeopardize their jobs because of a competition. The job market is already difficult enough without risking unemployment over something like this.“Just wish me luck, okay?”Lucas chuckles softly. “All the luck in the world, little sis.”After my brothers leave, Ella takes over.She helps me into my dress, fixes my hair, and somehow manages to transform my face with makeup without making me look like a completely different person.Wh
Want Me Back? Ask My Brothers First CH038: Time
~LORETTE~The moment Ella and I get home, I grab the phone I’d left behind before we went to the boutique.An unread email sits at the top of my notifications.The second I open it, my eyes nearly pop out of their sockets.Dear Lorette Sterling,There has been a change to the rules and theme for the final round.To test the creativity and adaptability of participants under pressure, all finalists are required to complete their paintings a day before the competition and submit them on the morning of the event before guests and judges arrive. The artworks will then be displayed anonymously for judging.The theme for this final round is:TimeAs previously mentioned, this is to test the creative tension of participating artists.We look forward to seeing your best work!Good luck!Signed,Management,Quills On Fire.“Oh my God!”Ella gasps from behind me, and I nearly jump. I hadn’t even realized she’d been reading over my shoulder.Almost immediately, panic starts creeping into my chest
Want Me Back? Ask My Brothers First CH037: You Picked The Wrong Girl!
~LORETTE~“B-Brother…” Bentley’s voice comes out shaky as she stares up at Nate as though he’s suddenly speaking a different language.Beside her, Ava looks equally stunned.To be honest, I’m not doing much better myself. Even Ella looks seconds away from bursting into laughter.“I recently reviewed your spending records,” Nate continues. “And after seeing the ridiculous amount you’ve wasted on unnecessary luxuries over the past few months, I decided it was time to step in.”Bentley’s face burns red.Around us, her friends immediately begin whispering.“How embarrassing.”“I thought she said nobody questioned her decisions.”“She acts like she’s untouchable.”Bentley forces a smile that looks painfully strained.“But, Brother… you’ve never done this before.”“And that’s exactly why I’m doing it now,” Nate replies. “I’ve realized we’ve spoiled you far too much. It’s time you got a job and learned the value of money.”“Nate, don’t be so hard on her.” Ava slips to his side, wrapping an a
Want Me Back? Ask My Brothers First CH036: Whiny Brat and The Mall Owner
~LORETTE~“What a pleasant surprise,” Bentley drawls, looking me up and down with open disdain. “Of all the places a poor orphan could shop, you somehow ended up in a luxury boutique.”Beside me, Ella frowns, her gaze moving between Bentley and me.I wish the floor would just open up and swallow me. We should have left the moment we walked in.“Who is she?” Ella asks.“No one important.” I answer.Bentley scoffs. Beside her, Ava merely smirks, obviously enjoying every second of this.Then Bentley turns toward the employees.“Since when did this store start letting peasants wander around?” she asks loudly. “Do you people realize the risk you’re taking? What if they steal something?”The staff exchange uncomfortable glances before the manager steps forward with a strained smile.“My apologies, ladies,” he tells us. “but if you’re only here to browse, we’d appreciate it if you leave. You’re making our paying customers uncomfortable.”“Excuse me?” Ella says sharply.“It’s fine, Ella.” I t
Want Me Back? Ask My Brothers First CH035: Hello, Sister-in-law
~LORETTE~ I’ve spent almost the entire day shut up in my room, practicing brushwork, color blending, and every technique I can think of. By now, paint stains cover my hands, my clothes, and probably half my face. My wrist aches from hours of nonstop work, but I ignore it. Tomorrow is the final ro
Want Me Back? Ask My Brothers First CH034: My Wife’s Lover
~NATE~“What do you mean someone else is handling her mother’s medical bills?” I stare at Micheal across my office in utter disbelief, certain I must have heard him wrong.Because there is simply no way. No fucking way.“How is that even possible?” I ask, my voice sharpening as frustration begins c
Want Me Back? Ask My Brothers First CH033: The Good Samaritans
~LUCAS~ “I placed a call to the hospital the moment I got your message. The issue should be sorted out by now.” Marcus’ voice comes through the massive television screen in the living room where Lucas sits with Hunter and Jace, all three brothers wearing identical serious expressions as the video
Want Me Back? Ask My Brothers First CH032: Are Miracles Even Real?
~LORETTE~“Say something, Lori. Who did this to you?” Lucas’ voice strains with the effort of controlling whatever anger is rising inside him. His jaw is clenched, his eyes harder than I have ever seen them.For a second, I can barely find my voice. The concern on all their faces only makes the lu
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