Broken by Destiny by George Orwell 308
In this chapter, Jeremy orchestrates a malicious online campaign against Gianna, spreading rumors that she is trying to slander Amelia. Jeremy views these women as mere pawns, showing no empathy for Gianna’s suffering. The internet quickly becomes a battleground of harsh criticism and accusations aimed at Gianna, intensifying the family’s turmoil.
At the Nygard residence, Emery confronts Gianna about the rumors, expressing disappointment and urging her not to harm her sister Amelia. Emery struggles with conflicting emotions, torn between her biological daughter Amelia and her adopted daughter Gianna. Gianna denies any wrongdoing, claiming her phone was hacked and that she is being unfairly targeted, though inwardly she remains cold and unrepentant.
Emery tries to remind Gianna of their familial bond and the importance of sisterhood, but doubts linger in her heart. Gianna, despite outwardly promising to get along with Amelia, harbors resentment and contemplates following her biological mother Regina’s advice to act ruthlessly toward Emery. The tension between biological and adopted daughters underscores the complex family dynamics.
Meanwhile, Maxwell is furious with Amelia, blaming her for leading Patience astray and criticizing her provocative statements to the media. The chapter closes with mounting anger and frustration within the family, highlighting the deepening conflicts and emotional wounds caused by betrayal and misunderstanding.
Chapter 308: Hurting Others Always Boomerangs!
“Mr. Jeremy, I’ve already arranged for some trolls to spread rumors online, claiming that Gianna was trying to slander Ms. Amelia,” the messenger reported.
Jeremy’s lips curled into a satisfied smile. “Excellent work,” he said, clearly pleased with the progress.
To him, these women were nothing more than disposable pawns, tools to be used and discarded. He couldn’t imagine any other value they held. Just the sight of Gianna’s miserable expression was enough to kill his appetite.
Meanwhile, the online chatter was reaching a fever pitch once again.
“The truth has finally surfaced! I knew there was a twist all along!”
“Did you see? That old troublemaker is stirring the pot again—she’s everywhere online!”
“She’s just jealous of Amelia because Amelia is the real daughter of the Nygards. She’s terrified of losing her place!”
“The Nygards must be blind to treat their adopted daughter better than their own blood!”
“Get Gianna out of the entertainment industry already! She’s so irritating!”
Voices piled on relentlessly, each comment aiming to tear Gianna down further.
At the Nygard residence, tension hung thick in the air.
“Gianna, did you really do this?” Emery asked, her voice tinged with disappointment. “I know Amelia can be rebellious, but you shouldn’t stoop so low as to hurt your own sister.”
Emery had already heard the rumors swirling and felt a pang of sadness. Despite favoring her adopted daughter a bit more over the last two years, Amelia was still her biological child. She couldn’t just stand by silently while her own daughter was being dragged through the mud.
After all, this whole mess had been sparked by her adopted daughter’s scheming. How could she not feel heartbroken?
“Mom, it’s not like that at all!” Gianna protested, her voice trembling. “I would never do something like this.”
“I just happened to see Amelia being influenced by Patience and the others, so I recorded a video and told you about it.”
“I didn’t leak those videos to the media on purpose! If I had wanted to, I wouldn’t have waited this long.”
“Someone must have hacked my phone or leaked the videos to create a rift between me and Amelia,” Gianna added, tears welling up as she played the victim—a role she had perfected over time.
Now, she refused to admit any wrongdoing. She knew she was being dragged through the mud, criticized more harshly than ever before.
But the lesson that hurting others always boomerangs back was one she didn’t understand—or care to understand.
She seemed almost numb to the hatred and criticism, as if she had grown accustomed to it. In her mind, being infamous was still a kind of fame. Besides, her biological mother had already told her she wasn’t wanted in the entertainment industry anymore.
Still, she couldn’t let Emery or her brothers suspect that she was behind the chaos. The Nygards had spoiled her for life, always revolving their world around her. They could never discover who she truly was.
“Yeah, people online can be so cruel. They’ll start a storm over the smallest thing,” Emery said quietly.
“Remember, Amelia is always my biological daughter. She belongs to the Nygards. She’s your sister. You two need to look out for each other.”
Though Emery’s expression remained unchanged, a flicker of doubt crept into her mind. She was caught in a swirl of complicated emotions.
Despite the tension between her and Amelia, she was still her daughter by blood—and that fact was undeniable.
“Don’t worry, Mom. I want to get along with Amelia more than anyone else!” Gianna said sweetly, but inside, her heart had already grown cold.
Her real mother, Regina, often urged her to deal with Emery quickly, but Gianna always hesitated. She still felt her adoptive mother had some use, having been so good to her—almost to the point of spoiling her.
Gianna didn’t want to lose that sense of being cared for.
Yet no matter how much she tried to ignore it, the difference between a biological daughter and an adopted one was always there. Even now, Emery was still trying to reconcile with Amelia.
Wasn’t having a devoted daughter like her enough?
Some hearts just couldn’t be warmed.
If this continued, Gianna figured she might eventually take her mother’s advice and go after Emery first.
A ruthless glint flashed briefly in her eyes before vanishing.
“Alright, just keep thinking that way,” Emery nodded, satisfied.
At least this adopted daughter was obedient and sensible. Every hint Emery dropped was caught immediately.
If only her biological daughter could be half as reasonable, maybe she wouldn’t have to value her adopted daughter so highly.
Sometimes Emery felt that Amelia took advantage of being part of the Nygard family, believing she could resist consequences without ever truly being cast aside.
Otherwise, how could she be so carefree, coming and going as she pleased?
It was infuriating!
Meanwhile, Maxwell was equally furious.
“Amelia has gone too far! Just look at how she’s led Patience astray!”
“Did you hear the nonsense she told the media? Saying things like ‘enjoy what’s in front of you while keeping an eye on what’s next, and leaving men with nowhere to turn!’”
“Who even talks like that? Is that something a sane person would say? No—there’s no way a woman could actually say that!”
The storm of anger and frustration was building, but the damage had already been done.
This chapter poignantly reveals the destructive cycle of hurt and mistrust within the Nygard family, highlighting how pain inflicted on others inevitably returns to wound ourselves. Gianna’s cold detachment and refusal to accept responsibility deepen the family’s fractures, while Emery’s struggle to balance her love for both daughters underscores the painful complexities of blood ties versus chosen bonds. The emotional turmoil simmering beneath the surface leaves the family caught in a web of suspicion and resentment, where genuine connection feels just out of reach.
Despite the harshness and bitterness that dominate this chapter, there remains a fragile thread of hope in the desire for reconciliation, especially in Gianna’s words about wanting to get along with Amelia. Yet, the tension between appearances and true intentions suggests that healing will require more than words—it demands confronting the hidden wounds that have long shaped their relationships. The chapter closes on a somber note, reminding us that the consequences of our actions ripple far beyond the moment, shaping destinies in ways both painful and profound.
The next chapter promises to delve deeper into the tangled web of family loyalties and betrayals, where the line between truth and manipulation blurs even further. As Gianna’s cold resolve hardens, the fragile bonds within the Nygard family are tested in unexpected ways. Will Emery’s attempts to mediate between her daughters succeed, or will the simmering tensions erupt into irreversible conflict? The emotional stakes are higher than ever, and every character’s true intentions may soon be revealed.
Meanwhile, Amelia’s defiance and Maxwell’s growing fury hint at a brewing storm that could shake the family to its core. The consequences of rumors and misunderstandings are not just confined to the public eye but threaten to unravel the trust and love within the household. Readers can expect a chapter filled with charged confrontations, shifting alliances, and the painful realization that sometimes, the hardest battles are fought at home.
Charles Hill
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