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

caught off guard and unable to hide her astonishment. No part of

do you want from me?” she asked

put her at ease. “Please, Ms. Byrd, there’s no need for alarm.

or just Maia — wishes for

seized Alice’s posture, suspicion and

her words like ice. “I have nothing to say to someone who steals my work. She ought to worry about compensation and a public apology instead. Kindly step

right response. Handling Alice was proving more challenging than expected. She’d made every effort to be

𝔐𝔬𝔯𝔢 𝔲𝔭𝔡𝔞𝔱𝔢𝔰 𝔦𝔫 𝔤𝔞𝔩𝔫𝔬𝔳𝔢𝔩𝔰.𝔠𝔬𝔪

when someone burst onto the scene, an imposing arm thrust between

fixed her with

impact of his words sent a chill down Pattie’s