Rising from the Ashes The Heiress They Tried to Erase

Chapter 647:

With every step, her navy blue blazer caught the light, golden curls falling in soft waves, silver-rimmed glasses giving her an air of precision and control. Dominance and professionalism seemed to radiate from her, setting her apart from the crowd.

However, just as she stepped out of the terminal, a woman stepped into her path with determination.

Bold in a scarlet trench coat, the newcomer’s elegant beauty and commanding presence rivaled her own.

Suspicion flickered in Alice’s eyes as she studied this unexpected greeter.

She clearly remembered that the person who was supposed to pick her up should have been a man.

Caution took hold. Alice eased back a pace, one eyebrow lifting as she inquired, “And who might you be?”

The woman met her question with a graceful smile, extending her hand, confidence gleaming in her eyes. “Ms. Byrd, it’s wonderful to finally meet you. My name is Pattie Miller. I’m the president of MCN.”

brought Alice up

the title, Alice’s brow knitted in confusion as she stared at Pattie, caught off guard and unable to hide her astonishment.

from me?”

at ease. “Please, Ms. Byrd, there’s no

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seized Alice’s posture, suspicion and

steadying breath, Alice fired back, her words like ice. “I have nothing to say to someone who

proving more challenging than expected. She’d made every effort to be courteous, and she knew all too well that laying a hand on

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to explain further when someone burst onto the scene, an imposing arm thrust

he fixed her with a piercing glare. “Ms. Miller, don’t you think

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