How Death Became My Rebirth novel Chapter 2

When Cassandra regained consciousness again, she found herself in a cramped storeroom.

This was the room Yulissa had prepared for her when Cassandra returned to the Yates family, claiming it was the only vacant space for the time being.

Cassandra realised that fate had taken pity on her helpless and lonely past life by offering her a second chance through sending her back to the day she was taken to this family.

This storeroom was even smaller than Yulissa's wardrobe.

Yulissa, then laden with remorse, expressed, "I know you are a biological child of this family. I've never truly belonged to the Yates family. However, I have lived here for 18 years, and putting away all the things I own here is no easy task. So, for now, I'll need you to bear with this humble room until I find a better place."

Upon hearing Yulissa's words, Yulissa's brothers objected, sarcastically accusing Cassandra of being melodramatic for wanting a bigger space. They claimed that the latter was merely seeking attention and attempting to replace their beloved sister in the family dynamic.

Despite feeling unfairly judged at that moment, Cassandra attempted to appease her siblings, saying, "Please don't be upset. I'll make do with this space."

Cassandra grappled with an unsettling feeling amid the stark reality of her surroundings.

She recalled her death by Yulissa's blade. The question of why she awoke in this confined space haunted her.

If not for the vivid pain preceding her death, she might have dismissed it all as a dream.

But now, since she was given a second chance, she would have to diverge from the course of fate set for her in her past life!

'Cassandra, remember how you were a person of pride before returning to the Yates family? Yet, in the two months since your return, you were disregarded and considered a disgrace in the family. Don't you feel sorry for yourself? The Yates family isn't worth sacrificing everything for. In these two months, you've been treated like an animal. They boss you around and enjoy the benefits of your hard work while giving you only harsh words in return. What's worst, they manipulated you into believing that Yulissa was the sole heiress of the Yates family and that you would only be given a decent life when Yulissa's desires are fulfilled,' thought Cassandra.

After a brief pause, she still continued to weigh up the situation. 'Dear, dear Cassandra. You spent two years pleasing them in the previous life, but all you got was their curses and punishments. Is that truly what you want? Now that you're having a second chance, you have to put an end to all this tragedy. Do not let history repeat itself,' mused Cassandra solemnly.

Knock!

Her thoughts were abruptly interrupted by a series of knocks on the door.

"Cassandra, are you deaf? Lisa wants you. Who do you think you are to turn a deaf ear to her words?" scolded Raymond, her sixth brother.

Raymond was particularly known for his impatience and his temper.

The 20-year-old young man was close in age to Yulissa, which explained why they were particularly close to each other.

After composing herself, Cassandra opened the door.

"Oh, really? When did Lisa ask for me?" Cassandra retorted with a touch of sarcasm.

Yulissa, standing nearby, appeared to be on the verge of tears.

"Cassandra, I called you three times, but you ignored me." As Yulissa spoke, tears welled up in her eyes.

"Did you, now? This storeroom is poorly insulated, yet I did not hear anyone calling for me. Were you just whispering my name? If that's the case, it's not my fault I couldn't hear you," retorted Cassandra.

"Cassandra, what are you talking about? Lisa invites you, and instead of being grateful, you throw a tantrum. Do you think I won't rough you up?" When Raymond saw how distressed Yulissa looked, he unfairly pushed the blame on Cassandra.

Raymond thought that this was all Cassandra's fault. If not for her, Yulissa would not have suffered from such humiliation. He was unable to fathom why, after eighteen years, Cassandra had not met her end outside. Why would she return?

"Was there a time when you held back from hitting me?" Cassandra set aside any attempt to spare Raymond's feelings.

After all, she had resolved to leave.

"You..."

"Ray, please don't be upset. Cassandra didn't mean any harm. I'm the one who has been basking in your affection all this while, and Cassandra has every right to resent me. I'm sorry, Cassandra." Yulissa truly resembled a princess in her white ballroom gown and exquisite makeup.

Right now, her eyes reddened as she appeared to be quite distressed.