Broken by Destiny by George Orwell 324

In this chapter, Emery confronts the growing tension between her son Marcelo and Gianna. Marcelo, usually the most careful and talented of the siblings, speaks sharply and coldly about Gianna, expressing his frustration and suggesting that they should send her away to live separately. This shocks Emery and Maxwell, who remember Marcelo’s previous kindness toward Gianna and cannot understand his sudden hostility.

Marcelo accuses Gianna of being involved in all the recent family troubles, including Amelia’s forced departure and the broken engagement with Isabel. He implies that Gianna’s actions have caused harm and that her influence over Emery blinds the family to the truth. His words deeply unsettle Emery, who begins to question the situation from a new perspective, realizing that she may have overlooked some harsh realities.

As Marcelo leaves, Emery and Maxwell are left to ponder his accusations. Emery tries to get answers from Maxwell about the broken engagement but receives no clear explanation, adding to her confusion and frustration. She retreats to her room, lost in thought, replaying memories of Gianna’s affectionate behavior toward her brothers, which contrasts sharply with the current conflict.

The chapter ends with Emery reflecting on the past moments when Gianna was close and loving with her brothers, highlighting the emotional complexity of the family’s situation and the painful rift that has developed. The tension between loyalty, suspicion, and unresolved feelings sets the stage for further conflict.

Chapter 324 Send Gianna Away

Emery knew Marcelo always had his own way of thinking. Out of the three, he was the most careful and the most talented.

But he had never talked to her so sharply before. Being talked back to again and again by her son made her feel hurt and upset.

Emery said, “When Gianna comes back, I’ll talk to her. But as her brothers, you should take the lead first.”

Marcelo shot back, “Take the lead? Like that’s going to work. It’d be better if she just stopped sticking to us all the time.

“Or maybe we should just send her away. Buy her a house somewhere else so we don’t have to live together. That’d make things easier.”

He was already tired of Gianna. Now that she’d gotten him involved in this trouble, his dislike for her hit the roof.

“H-how can you even say we should send Gianna away?” Emery asked, shocked.

“If Amelia could be pushed away, it’s no big deal. She’s just an adopted sister. Sending her off is already being nice,” he said coldly.

“Marcelo, what’s wrong with you? Didn’t you used to like Gianna?” Maxwell asked, stunned.

He thought he’d heard

wrong.

“Yeah, you’ve always treated Gianna the best. Why are you acting so cold now?” Emery added.

She couldn’t believe it either. Sure, this whole mess was big, but it wasn’t bad enough to throw someone out.

She was angry at them-and at herself-for not teaching them better or stopping this behavior sooner.

But still, she couldn’t put all the blame on Gianna,

“You two really don’t get it, do you? You still think Gianna’s as innocent as you believe?” Marcelo said.

Amelia had warned him many times before. But he’d ignored her, thinking she was just trying to stir trouble.

Looking at them now felt like watching his old foolish self.

He’d planned to stay quiet and see how long they’d keep being blind.

That was Marcelo’s little twisted fun.

But now that Gianna had dragged him into trouble again, he didn’t mind speaking plainly.

“W-what are you talking about?” one of them asked.

Marcelo shot back, “What do I mean? Look at all the recent problems. Which one didn’t have her involved?

“Amelia was forced to leave. She still won’t speak to us. Who’s responsible for that?

“Mom, you grew up in a rich family. Don’t tell me you’ve never seen scheming. Amelia got pushed out- who benefits the most from that, huh?”

Marcelo kept talking, one sentence after another, and Emery was completely stunned.

It was true she grew up in a rich family, spoiled like a princess, and had never seen much scheming in the

world.

But his words hit something deep inside her, like a shell starting to crack.

If Amelia left, who gained the most?

Was it … Gianna?

Even if Amelia didn’t leave, she had never treated Gianna badly, no matter what.

“Think about why Isabel ended the engagement,” Marcelo added.

Seeing her still confused, he felt disappointed.

It seemed like Gianna’s influence on his mother ran deeper than he expected.

He didn’t want to argue anymore. He had said all he could. If Emery still didn’t understand, more talking would be pointless.

With that, he walked upstairs.

The two left behind were still trying to understand what he meant. They kept thinking about his words.

“Maxwell, tell the truth. Why did Isabel call off the engagement with Marcelo? Didn’t you say it was just because they didn’t get along?”

Emery turned to Maxwell, her face serious.

“How would I know? She’s not my girlfriend. Ask Marcelo. Why ask me?”

Maxwell pointed at himself, confused.

He still didn’t understand why he and Patience had broken up. Why would he know anything about someone else’s breakup?

“Never mind. I shouldn’t have asked you, you dummy. I wish I’d eaten more walnuts when I was pregnant with you.”

Emery had completely given up on him. She shook her head and turned, walking upstairs.

Maxwell felt wronged as hell.

Did Mom just call me dumb just now?

Feeling annoyed and restless, Emery went to her room and sat at the vanity, staring off.

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She looked lost in thought, but her mind was racing-trying to figure things out and remembering old

moments.

She replayed how Gianna used to act around her brothers.

Little pieces of memory started coming back to her.

Whenever Gianna got home, she would rush to her three brothers first, acting cute and hugging them.

When they watched TV or ate fruit in the living room, they liked to sit close together, side by side.

Sometimes, when Emery came home, she’d even find Gianna napping on one of her brother’s laps.

But as soon as Emery walked in, Gianna would jump up and run to hug her, making her forget to overthink things.

During scary movies, Gianna would sometimes get frightened and grab onto her brother, snuggling right into his arms.

The chapter closes on a tense and emotional note, revealing the growing rift between Gianna and her brothers, especially Marcelo, whose frustration and suspicion cast a shadow over their family dynamics. Emery, caught between her protective instincts and the harsh realities Marcelo exposes, begins to question the innocence she once believed in. The memories of Gianna’s affectionate moments with her brothers contrast sharply with the current coldness, highlighting the painful transformation of their relationships.

Despite the turmoil, there remains a lingering sense of vulnerability and confusion, particularly in Emery’s reflective state. The chapter delicately explores themes of trust, betrayal, and the complexities of family loyalty, leaving the characters—and readers—grappling with the uncertain path ahead. The emotional weight underscores how misunderstandings and hidden motives can fracture even the closest bonds, setting the stage for difficult choices and revelations to come.

The next chapter promises to delve deeper into the growing tensions within the family, as Emery grapples with the unsettling revelations Marcelo has brought to light. Her memories of Gianna’s affectionate moments with her brothers now clash with the cold accusations, stirring a whirlwind of doubt and confusion. Will Emery be able to reconcile these conflicting feelings, or will the cracks in their relationships widen beyond repair?

Meanwhile, Marcelo’s sharp words and hardened stance hint at unresolved pain and perhaps hidden motives that could further complicate the family dynamics. The question lingers: is Gianna truly the cause of the recent troubles, or is there more beneath the surface that no one has dared to confront? As emotions run high and loyalties are tested, the next chapter will challenge the bonds of trust and reveal just how fragile their unity has become.

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