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Ash was a little annoyed. She frowned and said coldly, “Did I say that you did it on purpose?” 

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Jade’s hand paused for a moment because of those words. Her expression also changed slightly, but she instantly returned to her innocent and pitiful act. 

“All you did was drop the thing on my leg, not breaking my leg. There is no need to panic.” Ash hoped that Jade was a wee bit 

smarter. 

That way, she would have a more challenging nuisance to deal with. ‘This conniving bitch’s schemes are too green, Ash thought. 

There was some scrutiny in Brooke’s eyes. She looked at Jade and saw that she was kneeling on one knee. She pursed her lip and said, “Alright, it is not a big deal. There is no need to be so apologetic. If there were outsiders around, they would think that Ash is bullying you.” 

Brooke thought that Jade was making a scene over nothing. 

In the past, this adopted daughter had been obedient, sensible, and docile. She was generous, thoughtful, and outstanding in everything. However, ever since Ash returned, things were slowly changing. 

Jade pouted and her tears dropped onto the wooden floor. She lowered her head and sobbed softly. For a moment, everyone was at a loss. 

Lachlan sighed slightly, stood up, and came to her. “Jade, what is wrong? Why are you crying all of a sudden? Ash did not blame you. It is just a small mistake and no big deal. Come, get up.” Lachlan took out a piece of tissue and handed it to her. 

Jade shook her head and cried even harder. When she opened her mouth and started talking, she was basically whimpering her every word. “I am sorry. I really did not do it on purpose. I really just wanted to give it to Ash.” 

“I’m so stupid. I can’t even do a small thing without making a mistake. I just want to be closer to my Ash, but it always backfires. I really want to make up for my previous mistakes and be on good terms with Ash. 

“Although I am not related to Ash by blood and this family, I will always remember how well you have treated me all these years. Previously, I was only jealous because I was insensible, but now I understand. This is Ash’s home. You have all treated me well enough, and I should not be asking for anything else. I just want to do as much as possible to treat you guys well.” 

Jade wiped her tears and her body jerked intermittently. “But the more I do, the more mistakes I make, causing more and more misunderstandings. I am so sorry. I am too stupid.” 

Although Jade was adopted, the Turner family had been taking care of her since she was a child. For a moment, Brooke and Josh felt a little sorry for Jade. 

“Alright, let’s not talk about the past anymore. It is not a big deal. Stop crying.” Josh patted Ash’s shoulder. “Get up now and wipe away those tears.” 

Jade still did not move. Everyone present knew that she was waiting for Ash to speak. 

Ash sneered in her heart, and the sarcasm on her face was very blatant. ‘Here she goes again, crying to win hearts. Honestly, 

this is so out of date. 

“If you do not stop crying, it would look like I am the bad guy. Get up,” Ash said calmly as she leaned back on the sofa. 

Jade suddenly raised her head, and again, shook it non–stop. “I do not want to embarrass you. I will get up now, and I won’t cry anymore.” 

“Alright. You hardly come back, Jade. Stop fooling around and go up to your room.” The empathy Brooke initially had for 

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Jade was gone because of what Jade had been doing. Brooke waved her hand, signaling Jade to go upstairs. 

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