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?”

she finally said, “You just seem a little different today.” The excuse came out smoothly, though her eyes darted everywhere but

changed?” Chris asked,

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

her eyes up to Chris, she managed a casual tone.

his response. “I’ll pass. I’m still shaking off the jet lag and not feeling my

nodded. “Alright, see

a final glance. Moments later, they each slipped into their separate

hair into an effortless style, and draped a flowing coat across her shoulders. Without attracting attention, she quietly left the hotel and made her way

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was clear: to confirm Chris’ medical consultation before they enjoyed their anticipated meal

mask of exceptional craftsmanship. Its flawless surface was adorned

his face with cool water and carefully dried the moisture from his brow. As he studied