Rising from the Ashes The Heiress They Tried to Erase

Chapter 640:

He had tried to erase the trending topic from Twitter, but as soon as one mention disappeared, another appeared just as fast, like someone was pulling strings from the shadows.

A sudden thought crossed Chris’ mind, and a bitter smile crept across his face as he let out a short, mocking laugh.

He powered off his phone, stepped out of his room, and made his way to Maia’s door, tapping on it softly.

The door swung open right away.

Standing there in silk pajamas that showed off her graceful shape, Maia made Chris stop in his tracks for a split second, and he had to swallow nervously.

“Maia, is there anything you need help with?” he asked, keeping his eyes on her calm and gentle expression.

Maia walked out into the hallway, grabbed a cup, and filled it with water at the nearby dispenser.

who had quietly followed, and offered him a smile. “Shouldn’t you be

eyes grew serious and he replied, “I trust that you would never copy

was mirrored in Maia’s

than doubt her or question her honesty, he placed his trust in

of faith brought a gentle warmth to

don’t have to do anything for me. I’ll take care of this myself.” Maia’s eyes grew gentle as she added, “I’m planning to go to

partly to acknowledge his trust and partly to reassure him so

Chris’ confidence in her was all that Maia

ν? ℓs․com

end, this was something Maia believed only she could set right. Chris, an ordinary

Larkin, and Maia preferred to

a gentle smile. “Don’t let it trouble you. The facts will hold up to

his bed, looking thoughtful. Maia’s words — “the