Rising from the Ashes The Heiress They Tried to Erase

Chapter 806:

As they paused outside their rooms, Chris finally broke the silence, his words unhurried.

“You spent the whole ride sneaking glances at me, sweetheart.”

Caught off guard, Maia paused mid-step. Feigning surprise, she tilted her head. “Hmm?”

Chris angled his face toward her, a playful glint in his eye. “You were staring for ages… Did I grow a second nose or something?”

For a moment, Maia couldn’t find her voice. Regaining her composure, she replied, “That’s not true at all. You must have imagined it.”

A lifted eyebrow and a teasing tone answered her. “Oh? Did I now?”

said, “You just seem a little different today.” The excuse came out smoothly, though her

changed?” Chris asked, curiosity

stumbled for words, then blurted, “Actually — I just remembered. Professor

up to Chris, she managed a

light shake of the head was his response. “I’ll pass. I’m still shaking off the jet lag and not feeling my best. You go ahead and enjoy dinner. I’ll probably just grab

“Alright, see you

later, they each slipped into their separate rooms, thoughts lingering in the

draped a flowing coat across her shoulders. Without attracting attention, she quietly left the hotel and made her

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Chris’ medical consultation before they enjoyed their anticipated

exceptional craftsmanship. Its flawless surface was adorned

rinsed his face with cool water and carefully dried the moisture from his brow. As he studied his reflection, a flicker of uncertainty crossed his features. His appearance remained utterly unchanged from