Rising from the Ashes The Heiress They Tried to Erase

Chapter 776:

Maia warmly returned the hug.

“I’ve taken care of everything,” Alice announced with a radiant smile. “The hotel is ready, and I booked a dinner reservation too. You have to try the beef ribs — they’re practically famous here.” Her gaze shifted curiously to the man standing just behind Maia.

“And… who’s the gentleman accompanying you?”

Maia turned slightly. Chris stood tall at her back, sunglasses still in place, his expression calm and unreadable. His posture radiated quiet authority.

Before Maia could answer, Alice’s eyes sparkled with mischief. “Is he your bodyguard?”

For a second, Maia blinked in surprise — then burst into laughter.

Behind her, Chris furrowed his brow ever so slightly.

her head back to glance at him, Maia smirked

nailed it, Alice. He’s my

indulging in a bit of fun at Chris’ expense, it was also the most convenient explanation — for

— like the kind of guy who could dismantle a

He shot Maia a silent look, as if asking, Seriously? I look like a bodyguard to

oblivious and walked

Sceibar, I have a little sway. Anyone who tries

a resigned sigh, hefting both

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deepened into evening. Their hotel, a discreet jewel tucked into the hillside, exuded quiet opulence — sleek, understated, and built for

a direct view of the Jaliyah — a shimmering ribbon of water winding through the majestic slopes of the Apex Mountains. At that hour, the peaks stood like painted sentinels under the indigo sky, their silhouettes etched in fading gold. It was

restaurant, a prestigious spot whispered about in elite circles for its transcendent cuisine and sommelier-led