Rising from the Ashes The Heiress They Tried to Erase

Chapter 543:

“No way this is the real deal. Who in their right mind would splurge like this? We’re not talking three hundred dollars or even three hundred thousand dollars — this is three hundred million! Can you even wrap your head around that? That kind of money could sustain an entire middle-class family for decades. And now Maia’s suddenly the queen of Wront? People are going to talk. Most families spend generations building wealth, but nowadays it feels like some folks just conjure it overnight.”

“I’ve got my doubts too. The jewel might be a knockoff, and honestly, Maia probably won’t keep it. For all we know, these guests could be actors. She’s well-connected in showbiz, and with half the entertainment industry just celebrating her birthday, this could all be a performance.”

“So it’s all smoke and mirrors! No wonder the whole setup felt like a scripted drama. I nearly applauded the light show, thinking it was some grand gesture.”

As whispers gained momentum, the crowd began echoing each other’s suspicions.

What started as gasps of awe slowly melted into knowing nods, the shift in mood bringing a strange sense of relief.

Rosanna let out a mocking laugh, her voice heavy with ridicule. “Oh please, Maia just wanted her birthday to feel like a red-carpet event. But come on — three hundred million? That’s not a gift; it’s a publicity stunt gone wild.”

blow that much money? It’s not like

wave of suspicion swept through the room, as if a single drop of doubt had

all of this… just to make it seem like she’s being courted by some powerful mystery

available

no less. The entire setup reeks of a scheme to outshine Claudius and elevate Maia by

be true. Thank goodness people are finally catching on. We almost got duped by

take a step back. Yes, she’s made some waves in music and

paused for a beat. He hadn’t come just to offer Maia gifts. He had come to remind Wront’s

gem is real, why not invite the person most qualified to confirm it?” His gaze fixed on Claudius, a knowing smile tugging at the corners of his mouth. “After all, Mr. Cooper, surely you recognize a piece your

himself. The moment

that couldn’t be