All Chapters of Interrupt Me Again and I'll Crush You: Chapter 1 - Chapter 9

9 Chapters

Chapter 1

Having made up my mind, I was ready to leave the hospital. But as I stepped into the hallway, I ran straight into Everest Ashcroft and Bianca Ashcroft.Everest's eyes were red-rimmed, and his voice carried a hint of worry. "Bianca, what if Leo's leg actually heals? What if Mom and Dad start favoring him again? He's their biological son, after all…""Don't worry. I've spoken to the doctor. His legs… He will never walk without a wheelchair for the rest of his life."The voice that replied came from my older sister Bianca, who had always been distant and cold toward me. She was now comforting Everest with distress and gentleness.Everest still seemed uneasy. "But… He did get hurt trying to save me…""You're just too soft," she cut him off affectionately. "Even now, you're still thinking of him."I've managed the last three homecoming parties for you, haven't I? A wild brat raised in the countryside can never compare to you, who's lived with us for 20 years. He isn't even worthy."M

Chapter 2

Night had completely fallen by the time I returned to the Ashcroft residence. The living room was brightly lit, filled with laughter and chatter.I stood at the door, dragging my crippled leg, and watched the happy family inside.Seated in the center of the couch, Everest was shrouded in everyone's attention. A massive cake sat on the table with words iced across it. "Get well soon, our precious son."They were celebrating his recovery from the fright, while I, the one who had fallen from a height and nearly lost my life, hadn't received a single word of concern.It hit me then that their attention had never been meant for me.I gave a bitter laugh before a cold voice cut through my thoughts. "Where have you been, Leo? Don't you know that Everest was badly frightened, and everyone's been worried sick? How could you just disappear without a word?"Bianca frowned down at me from the steps. Her gaze was sharp and carried clear disdain.I pointed to the thick plaster around my rig

Chapter 3

Everest stood at my door holding a glass of milk. When he noticed that I was awake, he wore an innocent, harmless smile."You're up, Leo. I couldn't sleep, so I thought I'd warm some milk for you. It might help you feel better."When I ignored him and kept packing, he walked in. After setting the glass on the table, he offered a feigned concern. "Don't be mad at Mom, Dad, or Bianca. They're just worried about me."I know you saved me, and I'm really grateful."His words made my skin crawl as I coldly snapped, "Save the gratitude. Just stay away from me."The smile finally slipped from his face. He leaned close to my ear and whispered, "Who do you think you are, Leo? You're just a country bumpkin who grew up in some rural town, so what makes you think you're worthy of competing with me?"When he noticed my pupils constrict, his smile widened. "You're a cripple now, so let's see how you're going to fight me now."Suddenly, his hand tilted, and the entire glass of scalding hot mi

Chapter 4

I waited at home for hours and clung to that pathetic shred of hope.I watched as my phone screen lit up again and again, only to dim each time it wasn't the call I longed for. None of the Ashcrofts returned to check on me."It's for the best," I repeatedly told myself, though my heart was so sore and ached so much it felt like it was soaking in bitter water.When the sky finally paled with the first hint of dawn, I finally woke up from the daze. Slowly and numbly, I got up to pack and bought a ticket.Suddenly, the door to my room was violently thrown open. Bianca stood in the doorway with dark circles under her eyes and her expression sharp with irritation.When she saw the suitcase by my side, her gaze turned icy. "What trick are you playing now, Leo? Are you trying to win sympathy by running away from home?"I didn't answer and simply placed the last piece of clothing into my suitcase and zipped it shut.When I ignored her, she strode over and snatched the suitcase from my h

Chapter 5

The paper slipped from Bianca's fingers and slowly drifted to the floor.She stood paralyzed for a heartbeat, then bolted out of the room and shouted, "Mom! Dad! Leo… He's gone!"The Ashcrofts did not sleep that night.Malinda's expression was livid as she stared at the letter of severance of kinship. She slammed her hand on the table and bellowed, "How dare he! What an ingrate!"Who does he think he is? Does he honestly think he can survive without the Ashcrofts?"Benedict looked just as furious, but beneath the anger, there was a flicker of panic in his eyes. "He's crippled and penniless, so where could he possibly have gone?"He must be hiding somewhere, trying to force us to search for him and throwing a tantrum."Only Bianca remained silent as she gripped the paper so tightly her fingertips paled. This didn't feel like a tantrum to her at all.Just then, Everest came running down the stairs. His eyes were red-rimmed, and tears streamed down his cheeks."This is all my fau

Chapter 6

Meanwhile, I lay on a small, warm bed.It was narrow but soft. The covers carried the comforting scent of sunlight and laundry soap.Henry sat by my side, carefully applying medicine to my injured leg. "Those monsters… How could they do this to August and hurt his leg so badly?"As he dabbed medicine on my leg, tears dripped down his face. "It must hurt so much."Joycelyn stood nearby, cradling the shattered music box in her arms. Her eyes were red-rimmed, and she couldn't stop sighing."Mom, Dad, I'm okay," I said, forcing a smile and comforting them. "It just looks worse than it feels. The doctor said I'll be back on my feet with enough rest.""And you're still smiling!"Henry shot me a reproachful look and said, "You always try to shoulder everything yourself, child. We told you that if they ever mistreat you, come home. Why didn't you listen?"My nose stung as I hugged his arm. "I'm home now, aren't I?""That's right. You're home now, and that's all that matters," Joycelyn

Chapter 7

"Mom! Dad! Bianca! Leo…"Everest didn't even finish his sentence before dropping straight to his knees."What's wrong, Everest? What happened?" Malinda cried and rushed over to help him up, but he refused to rise. Instead, he banged his head against the floor until his forehead was red and swollen."This is all my fault! I've failed him!"Bianca's heart sank. Instead of rushing to comfort him like usual, she said, "Tell us, Everest. What happened?"He raised his tear-streaked face and cried out, "Leo… He sent people after me and wants me dead.""W-What do you mean?" Malinda gasped."This afternoon, when I went out shopping, two men dragged me into an alley…" Everest began. He was shaking so hard he could barely breathe."Leo must hate me for taking you all from him, so he told them to slash my face and break my legs… If I hadn't fought my way out and escaped, I might even…"His words trailed off into hysterical wailing."Enough! This is outrageous!"Malinda furiously slammed

Chapter 8

Henry and Joycelyn were stunned speechless. Their eyes were filled with rage and heartbreak."Y-You knew all along…"Bianca's voice shook uncontrollably. She staggered forward, but Henry shoved her back hard. His eyes were bloodshot as he grabbed the broom beside him and swung it down at her. "You animal! You absolute monster! I'll beat the life out of you!"Bianca didn't dodge. Instead, she stood there and took every blow from the broom, each hit landing with a dull thud.I turned off the recorder and calmly looked at her. "Now, do you still think I owe your precious brother an apology? Or do you still believe you have the right to question me?"Seeing Bianca get badly beaten up by Henry, her bodyguards moved to intervene, but she stopped them with a sharp look. Then, she turned back to stare at me, and her lips trembled, but not a single word came out.The words "I'm sorry" seemed too useless and frail to utter."Get out!"Exhausted from the beating, Henry threw the broken

Chapter 9

The video on the screen showed the two street thugs splitting the money, laughing as they mocked Everest for being rich, stupid, and overly dramatic.All the color drained from Everest's face.With a theatrical wall, he fell back on his old trick and lunged forward to grab Bianca's leg. "I'm so sorry, Bianca! I was just scared!"I was afraid that if Leo came back, you wouldn't want me anymore. I've stayed with the Ashcrofts for 20 years, so I can't lose you!"This time, Bianca didn't soften. Instead, she kicked his hands away in disgust."The moment you started plotting against Leo, you should've known this day would come when you'd lose everything.When she took out her phone and called the police, Everest completely snapped. He yelled and lunged at her, trying to grab the phone, but she shoved him back without hesitation.The noise brought Benedict and Malinda running. They froze at the chaotic scene.When Bianca told them the truth, they broke down and couldn't believe that

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