Rising from the Ashes The Heiress They Tried to Erase

Chapter 789:

Raegan sneered, realizing that her earlier comparison was utterly ridiculous. She had no interest in earning favor with the illegitimate son when she could seek approval from the true Cooper family. Wasting no time, she mocked him.

“An illegitimate son? What a crude and rough character.”

Her words weren’t loud, but they carried far enough for many ears to hear, stirring a ripple of whispers through the crowd. Then she shot Maia a scornful look. Anyone who stood beside such a reckless and unrefined man could hardly be trusted or respected.

At first, Maia had no intention of becoming involved with Mariana and the others. But hearing them sneer at Chris with such arrogant disdain made her irritation spike.

She stepped forward, her gaze sharp and cold, her lips curving with faint sarcasm.

“As CEO of Radiant Jewels, belittling guests at the gallery in public is certainly… ‘graceful.’ Perhaps this is the true style of your company.”

Maia’s words struck like a blade, leaving both Raegan and Kiley flushed with embarrassment.

stop the proud smile that tugged at his lips when

with anger. She opened her mouth to retort but stopped when the crowd

Gascoyne Museum, Grover,

Grover asked as he approached. His brow knitted slightly, his tone carrying the quiet courtesy expected of a

his eyes

her emotions running high, and spoke faster than usual. “Mr. Perez, these women have insulted my mentor and thrown the exhibition into chaos. Would

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finish, Grover’s gaze shifted past her and locked onto the

immediately recognized her —

with effort. “Alice, that’s Ms. Kiley Cooper. She’s

ice water had been poured over her fiery anger. She

Alice could recover, Kiley spoke, her voice sharp and frosty. “Mr. Perez, I don’t think these people should even be here. As a sponsor, I have the authority to