Pampered by my three brothers: the return of the neglected heiress novel Chapter 765

Chapter 765: Don’t ever call him big brother

The longer Belle interacted with Penny, the more uncertain she felt about whether she was glad to meet Penny here. On one hand, Belle was thankful to have met Penny and genuinely liked her; Penny was easy to talk to, and she seemed like someone who wore her heart on her sleeve. But on the other hand, Belle worried that if Penny was here, it might only be a matter of time before Penny saw just what kind of family she had married into.

’But I guess if she listens, she’ll be fine,’ Belle told herself. ’If she’s from a distant branch of the family, then she won’t be affected too much by all the family conflicts.’

That thought eased Belle’s heart a little. After all, all she could do for Penny was to tell her what she needed to know and give her some warnings. Just as Penny couldn’t help Belle’s situation, Belle couldn’t do more than this for Penny.

"I’m heading in," Belle announced, smiling broadly as if all her initial worries had faded. "Are you coming with me?"

"Uhm... can I?"

"Why are you asking me that?"

"I thought, since I was helping in the kitchen, I should also help with serving the food." Penny gazed down at her dress bitterly, almost on the verge of tears. "Lily’s gonna kill me if she hears this is what I’m doing here."

Belle raised an eyebrow. "Who’s Lily?"

"My friend." Penny sighed. "I asked her to help me with my dress and makeup because I wanted to put in some effort tonight. She really believes in me."

"Oh." Belle chuckled, nodding in understanding. "You’ll get used to it."

Penny’s expression soured. "Sister Belle, aren’t you going to tell me why I should help in the kitchen? I’m part of this family!"

"So is everyone in the kitchen," Belle chuckled, gripping the armrest to push herself up. "I understand that it’s a little surprising, but it’s part of the family tradition. During gatherings or any family events, members from the lower branches help in the kitchen as a display of their subservience."

Once back on her feet, Belle cast Penny a sympathetic smile. "I know it’s strange, but it’s been part of the family tradition for generations. Most people who marry into the family end up doing this."

"Every time?"

"Yes, every time."

"Ohhh."

Belle chuckled, watching Penny’s expression shift as she processed the situation. "I’m sorry."

"Why are you sorry? It’s not like you’re the one who started this weird tradition." Penny smiled, standing up as well. "Come on, let me help you get inside."

"It’s okay. I should be the one helping you back to the kitchen. Come on, I’ll walk you there."

"No, no, it’s okay!" Penny waved her hands frantically. "How can I let you do that? That baby shouldn’t be doing that."

’Those witches,’ Penny thought to herself, annoyed at the thought of those women who would ruthlessly throw a stiletto at a pregnant lady.