Rising from the Ashes The Heiress They Tried to Erase

Chapter 714:

With visible effort, Kolton pulled his fury back beneath the surface, his features settling into their usual mask of composed authority.

Terror crept up Shiloh’s spine as he pressed the phone closer to his ear. “Absolutely, Mr. Cooper. This time I’ll root out every last connection the Ward family has planted there. Nothing will remain.”

Kolton released a dismissive sound before shifting topics. “Speaking of oversights, how has Zoey been faring recently? You seem to have neglected updating me on her activities.”

“Zoey’s situation remains stable,” Shiloh replied, dabbing perspiration from his brow. Kolton’s volatile mood tonight left him genuinely unnerved.

“Just because things are going as normal, it doesn’t excuse radio silence.” Kolton’s voice carried a sharp edge as he reinforced expectations. “Moving forward, I expect weekly reports on her activities. No exceptions.”

“Absolutely, Mr. Cooper!” Shiloh answered with crisp efficiency.

call’s conclusion, but

ever have any contact with Zoey?” Kolton’s gaze narrowed

nature demanded absolute certainty that Shiloh remained

physical blow,

his forehead as he fought to steady

clawed at his composure as his thoughts spiraled. Then he recalled the folded letter Zoey had pressed into

“Open it if Kolton calls with questions about my

is your

the letter. After opening it, he

I’ve looked into this matter! Since they were locked up in the same facility, it’s highly likely that Maia and Zoey would have run into each other. I’ve also wondered if there’s more between them than just that. But so far, nothing points to anything serious. They seem to have just brushed shoulders. Don’t worry — I’ll keep digging and make sure