Rising from the Ashes The Heiress They Tried to Erase

Chapter 662:

Chris answered his barrage with a smile, letting the question hang in the air.

Maxwell continued, “But for real, Maia’s skill in fashion design is almost scary. That Alice, who usually struts around like she owns the world, actually bowed and apologized in public. And then, she even begged to be Maia’s apprentice? I would never have imagined seeing that!

He chuckled and added, “Bet the entire fashion design industry in Otruitho is losing its mind right now. Who would’ve thought their pride and joy, Alice Byrd, would look like a rookie in front of Maia? She looks completely out of her league next to Maia!”

Chris just responded with a slight grin, placing his phone on the table and giving his head a little shake. He said, “You’re reading too much into it. I only found out about this as it happened.”

In a steady tone, he added, “Still, from the very beginning, I knew she’d find a way.”

Maxwell shot him a skeptical look. “Really? What makes you so sure?” Doubt was written all over his face.

Chris was only just learning the outcome, why did he never once seem rattled? His composure hadn’t

features softened as Maia appeared

gentle distance lingered in his eyes as Chris answered, “Of course I

Maxwell

regret swept through him for even bringing up the subject. Public displays of affection from Chris had not been

Maxwell tossed his hands in the air. “Could you turn down the sugar a little, Chris? If you keep

only I

magic at

someone flashed through his mind—Elvira’s

by his

trip to Drakmire was coming up. He still needed Elvira to

his thoughts. “Let’s get moving. Head to the venue.” There was a sly smile tugging