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“Taylor, listen. Jesse just said she’s going to drag you down in the exam next month.”

There was silence on the other end for a few seconds.

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“She even sounded really confident, like she could actually beat you.” The girl gave a short laugh. “I think she’s just jealous of you.”

“I got it.” Taylor’s voice had a hint of unease.

To the girl, it only sounded helpless and weak.

She grew worried. “Taylor, you need to be careful. Your brothers will be with you during the exam, right? I’m afraid she might do something out of jealousy.”

Taylor tightened her grip on the phone and answered without much thought. “I know. Thanks.”

After hanging up, she sat on her soft bed, clutching the sheets.

The more she thought about it, the more nervous she felt. She had always relied on Jesse to take exams for her and get good grades.

Yet, Jesse hadn’t even cared when Mike lost a match and just stood by coldly. How could she possibly help with exams anymore?

It’s all Jesse’s fault. Why is she so petty?

She had been used so many times before and never fought back. It was just one false accusation this time, yet she had to make a scene, run away from home, and even cut ties with the family.

Just then, Mike walked in with a bowl of chicken soup. “Taylor, have some to warm your

stomach.”

He noticed her red eyes and asked quickly, “What’s wrong? Do you still feel sick?”

Taylor shook her head, then looked up at Mike, her eyes full of worry. “Mike, Jesse is out there alone. It’s not safe. Mr. Houston doesn’t get along with our family, and I’m worried he’s just trying to use her. What if…”

The patience and warmth on Mike’s face disappeared right away. His voice turned cold. “Don’t worry about her. She’s nothing but ungrateful. Do you think Lyman is some good guy? If she wants to follow him and be used, that’s her choice. She brought it on herself.”

“But…”

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If Jesse didn’t come back, no one would take the exam for Taylor.

Taylor wanted to keep talking.

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Suddenly, Mike’s phone rang. He glanced at the caller ID and stepped out of the room.

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As soon as he answered, an anxious teammate’s voice came through.

“Mike, all the drone parts are broken. The repair shop said they can’t fix them.” He paused before adding, “Jesse made those parts. She’s the only one who can repair them.”

Mike tightened his grip on the phone, his expression dark. “Don’t think that just because you said that, I’ll bring her back. She only did side work for the team.

“You’ve relied on her too much, and now you can’t do anything yourselves. Is that it?”

“That’s not it…” The teammate sounded upset.

Jesse had made a lot of changes to improve the drones.

The real reason their drone team had made it to the top eight wasn’t just Mike’s piloting, but her upgrades and strategies.

“I’ll figure something out. Don’t bring her up again.”

“But we already lost one match. The playoff round is coming up, and without repaired drones, we can’t compete. We’re running out of time…”

“I said, don’t bring her up. I don’t believe we can’t manage without Jesse!” Mike hung up and punched the wall. His voice was so loud that Taylor heard it from the bedroom. Her eyes lit up. and she quickly walked out.

She saw Mike making calls to get the drones fixed, but after two tries, both said they couldn’t do it. Frustrated, he hit the wall again.

Taylor spoke up. “Mike, let me try. I know someone good at fixing drones. I can ask him.”

Mike, still upset, brightened right away. “Really?”

She nodded and said, “I saw him talking with Jesse before. Maybe he’s the one who taught her. I’ll reach out and see whether I can learn how to fix them. Even if I’m not as good as her, I can still ask him to help us.”

He looked relieved. “Very well. I knew you were better than that ungrateful brat. All she does is keep things to herself. She knew someone skilled but didn’t try to rope him in. She only tried

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to hide him.”

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Hearing him curse Jesse, Taylor smiled with satisfaction. Soon, Mike would see which sister was

better.

Meanwhile, Jesse was studying with Isadora.

The more Isadora taught, the more she realized how smart Jesse was. She picked things up right away, the kind of student who could get into a top university.

After just a bit of review, she had already mastered most of the semester’s material.

Suddenly, Jesse’s phone rang. She stopped writing notes, glanced at the screen, and answered, “Hello?”

“Ms. Spencer, what’s going on? Why did your team ask me to fix the drones?”

Jesse twirled her pen, and the tense look she’d had while studying eased. A small smile appeared on her face.

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Endless Elegance

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1) The Awakening

Jesse Spencer wakes to a sharp, icy voice—her brother Corey shouting. Her head spins, fever burning through her skull. Instinct takes over: the reflex of someone broken by years in prison. She drops to her knees and apologizes automatically. But the floor beneath her isn’t concrete. It’s soft—carpeted. Panic flares. She’s not in her cell. She’s back in her room, surrounded by familiar furniture she thought she’d never see again. She’s been reborn—twelve years into the past.

2) The Day That Ruined Her

Memories rush back in fragments. It’s that day—the day Taylor Holman accused her of ruining her contest project, locked her in the bathroom, and made her freeze through the night as punishment. Back then, Jesse refused to take the blame. That same night, Corey drenched her in ice water and turned off the heat, forcing her to “reflect.” Her fever had nearly killed her. While she suffered, Taylor basked in sympathy. Corey, blind with guilt, lashed out at Jesse just to see Taylor smile.

3) A Family Turned Against Her

Each brother had chosen Taylor over Jesse. Andrew, the doctor, brought medicine and comforted her gently, convinced she was in the wrong. Mike hovered over Taylor, offering warm water and towels. Kaleb, the youngest, even gave away Jesse’s hard-won spot in an international design competition—handing Taylor her future as if it meant nothing. Jesse had been branded a villain in her own home, a sinner forced to repay a debt she never owed.

4) The Debt That Wasn’t Hers

“Do you think Philip would forgive you? He died saving you!” Corey’s voice echoes again. The name pierces her chest. Philip Holman, Taylor’s brother, had died in a fire rescuing Jesse—or so everyone believed. The guilt consumed the Spencers, and they took Taylor in as family. Every day after that, they reminded Jesse: You owe her your brother. You owe her his life. Her brothers, her chances, her future—all handed to Taylor, the eternal victim.

5) The Truth Behind the Flames

But now, with her memories restored, Jesse finally knows the truth. Philip hadn’t died heroically—he had started the fire himself. He wanted to play savior, to make himself look noble in Taylor’s eyes, and Jesse was the collateral damage. Worse, Taylor had locked the door after them, intending to let the flames take them both. When the Spencers arrived, Taylor wept for the cameras, mourning her “only family,” while Jesse stumbled from the blaze branded a murderer.

6) The Accusation Reborn

Jesse’s fists tighten. Rage surges. But Corey mistakes it for defiance. “Still stubborn, huh? No apology, no school. You’ll stay grounded until you learn!” He glares, confident she’ll cave like before—especially with the design competition only three days away. Fevered and weak, Jesse still meets his eyes. “Fine,” she rasps. “I’ll apologize later. Now get out. I need to change.” Her tone chills him—cold, unfamiliar, unyielding. He leaves, thinking she’s finally obeying.

7) The Price of Survival

As soon as the door shuts, Jesse collapses. Pain sears through every bone. Her fever burns hotter; her limbs feel like lead. Somehow, she drags herself to the closet, pulling on dry clothes before sinking into bed. The warmth of the blanket breaks her. Three years in prison—three years of starvation, torture, and despair—flash through her mind. Her brothers had even paid guards to punish her for Taylor’s sake. Starved. Beaten. Forgotten. Cancer had finished what they started.

8) The Promise of Vengeance

Not this time. She won’t die quietly again. Curling into the blanket, Jesse whispers to herself, “I’ve got time. I’ll rest now. Then I’ll plan.” The warmth feels foreign, almost sinful after years of cold concrete. Her eyes close slowly. For the first time in forever, she lets herself sleep—safe, for the moment. This rebirth isn’t mercy. It’s a second chance to make them pay.

9) The Wake-Up Call

“Jesse!” The roar yanks her awake. Harsh light floods the room as someone rips away the blanket. Cold air slaps her burning skin. Rough hands drag her upright—it’s Mike, furious. “You told Corey you’d apologize, and you’re sleeping? Taylor’s been defending you, and this is how you repay her? Get up!” Jesse’s stomach churns; her body convulses. She doubles over, gagging—but there’s nothing in her stomach to give. Mike sneers. “Still pretending? Think playing sick will save you?”

10) The Beginning of Payback

Her voice comes out hoarse and broken. “Let go. I can stand myself.” He does, grudgingly. His frown deepens—she’s burning up—but he dismisses it. After all, Taylor’s the one “who’s really been through hell.” He orders coldly, “Quit wasting time. Taylor’s waiting.”
Jesse steadies herself, eyes icy despite the fever. Once, she begged for their understanding. Now, she only needs their ignorance. Let them believe she’s weak. Soon enough, they’ll learn what true strength looks like. Rebirth has given her purpose—and this time, she won’t bow to anyone.