Rising from the Ashes The Heiress They Tried to Erase

Chapter 596:

This stash would do the trick!

No matter what, today she had to help her brother win Maia’s heart! As for Pattie, since she refused to leave, Elvira planned to get her drunk enough to stop her meddling.

“Elvira, isn’t this a bit much?” Maia winced, a headache threatening as she stared at the mountain of drinks. She was confident that she wouldn’t get drunk, but if Roland and Pattie did, it could get messy.

“Don’t worry. I’ve got this. Besides, Pattie can probably handle her liquor, right?” Elvira poured a drink for Pattie and said, “Come on, Pattie, let’s toast!”

Pattie relaxed against the sofa, a slight smile playing on her lips. “Alright, but don’t get drunk before me.”

Elvira was underestimating her if she thought a little alcohol would knock her out.

Maia knew that she couldn’t stop them, so she decided to let it be.

After several rounds, the mood grew lively.

songs when Elvira grabbed the microphone and handed it to Maia. “I

“Good luck.” A classic love

about to speak, when Pattie stood

this one. I’ll sing with Mr. Cullen!” she said confidently, extending her hand and locking

at her but stayed

paused, then handed the

await

grab

to Maia with an innocent smile. “I specifically requested this song for Maia. If you want to sing, I’ll request another one for you later. I missed hearing Maia live at the last competition. Can you grant me this small wish today? And I’m serious — my brother sings the male part perfectly!” She then turned to Maia and squeezed her

lights focused on them, spotlighting the stage like a dream. Under Elvira’s careful setup, Maia and

the music started, they began

Roland’s was rich and deep. They both sang well, but something felt off — like an invisible gap

side, their

laugh, shooting Elvira a knowing look. “You know what they say —