Rising from the Ashes The Heiress They Tried to Erase

Chapter 739:

Of course — blocking a number only prevented calls, not texts.

“That’s probably the smartest move we have,” said Richard, wasting no time as he reached for his phone. “With any luck, Maia will agree to see us.”

Together, the three of them got to work, tapping out and revising their messages in hopes of a breakthrough.

Across town, Maia methodically packed away Chris’ medical files and the stack of research notes she had spent months compiling. Once everything fit snugly in her suitcase, she finally allowed herself to sit down and pour a glass of water.

Reaching for her phone, she tapped out a quick message to Chris.

“I’ve already spoken to the professor. Try to come home a little earlier tonight so you can rest. We’re flying to Drakmire tomorrow morning. By the way, don’t forget your driver’s license.”

Soon, Chris’ response came.

in the bag in my room. Check

made Maia pause. Immediately, she went to his room, reached for his bag on the desk, and dug

hesitation, she sent Chris another

us on the 8 a.m. flight to Drakmire, so we can head straight to the university hospital for your

silence greeted her.

phone buzzed again — not

was on the

watch the Cooper Group, right? Well, you’ll want to hear this. They just landed a massive payment — over

sharpened at the news. She remembered reaching out to her team after taking Aurora

tales live

served two purposes. She wanted to be ready for any backlash if he tried to double-cross her, and she needed to gather ammunition for the day she finally brought down the Cooper

billion, Maia’s mind spun with questions. Just how massive was this deal

Group had always been a powerhouse, its influence stretching across the country. Their reach was practically