Rising from the Ashes The Heiress They Tried to Erase

Chapter 755:

She shot Ethan a knowing wink before turning back to Melanie with mock concern. “Besides, what could you possibly need to ask him? Planning more trouble? Did you forget what happened last time, or should I remind your father about it?”

“You…” Melanie’s face went white with fury. Her hands trembled as she clenched them into fists. Fed up with the games, she fixed her gaze directly on Ethan and cut straight to the heart of the matter.

“Ethan, I just need to know one thing. Who exactly is your sister’s husband?”

“My sister’s husband?” The words hit Ethan like a splash of cold water. He blinked hard, scratching his head instinctively as confusion washed over his face. “What husband?”

Marisa’s eyes lit up with mischief, practically sparkling with excitement. “Oh, this is getting interesting. Melanie, why don’t you just go home and ask your dad?”

Melanie shot her a sharp glare, irritation lacing her voice. “Of course I asked! My dad said Maia is already married, but he refuses to tell me who she married. So I came to ask Ethan! I just want to know if Maia is really married—and to whom!”

snapped up, eyes wide with disbelief. “You mean… Maia got married?” His

she had already heard countless rumors about Maia’s supposed marriage. Some whispered that Maia had been involved with Hurst even after marrying, others claimed her husband was the mysterious “Mr. M,” and a few insisted she had

the truth hardly mattered. She simply wasn’t

hand, was too stunned to speak. How could Maia

instantly. “When did Maia supposedly get

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brightened Melanie’s face at his

expression earlier. Now she nudged him with her elbow and held it out. “Look, there are tons

the phone and glanced down. The screen was flooded with posts about Maia’s

by his studies, leaving little time to browse gossip platforms. When

they