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.

the call’s conclusion, but Kolton’s tone shifted once more after an

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

nature demanded absolute certainty that Shiloh remained

struck Shiloh like a physical blow, his phone nearly slipping from

across his forehead as he fought to steady his breathing,

his composure as his thoughts spiraled. Then he recalled the folded letter

echoed clearly. “Open it if Kolton calls with questions

is your update

and found the letter. After opening it, he took a quick glance at the small writing and steadied his

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