Rising from the Ashes The Heiress They Tried to Erase

Chapter 760:

Maia’s gaze drifted toward the untouched dinner. After a pause, she inhaled deeply and replied, “Okay. I’m on my way. Just wait for me.”

Without wasting another second, Maia threw on her coat, grabbed her keys, and stepped outside.

Upon arriving at Marvelous Garden, Maia entered and immediately noticed Kathie on the sofa, waiting calmly.

“You can go ahead. Ethan’s in the study,” Kathie said with a warm smile, her voice gentle. “It’s better if you two clear things up directly.”

That made Maia pause, her brows slightly drawn, but she gave a small nod and headed toward the study.

Her hand found the door, and she eased it open without a sound.

Inside, a soft glow lit the room. Ethan sat behind the desk, his posture stiffening the moment he heard the door creak open. His hands fidgeted restlessly, betraying his nerves.

met his eyes. “What

few seconds, Ethan said

asked, “Someone at school

Maia’s fingers stilled in surprise — this

but before she could speak, Ethan’s voice

brother, the one she held closest to her heart.

deep down, she knew it couldn’t last forever. After letting the silence linger for a moment, she finally drew in a breath and chose

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“Yes, Ethan. I’m married.”

his voice rose with a

were… circumstances. I didn’t have much of a

together, his tone sharpening. “What