Rising from the Ashes The Heiress They Tried to Erase

Chapter 977:

Just moments ago, Raegan had felt a gaze—sharp and unrelenting—watching her every move.

“Come on. I’ll unlock the hidden exit,” the shaven-headed man said, snapping Raegan out of her thoughts.

She gave a small nod in response, forcing her focus forward again. Far ahead, a section of the wall began to shift. The nearly invisible outline of a door slowly appeared, creaking open with a soft, mechanical hum.

This hidden exit was no accident. The shaven-headed man had arranged it ahead of time—a direct route for escape in case of danger or exposure, leading straight to the underground parking lot.

“A backup route, huh? I have to admit, you’re thorough,” Raegan said, a faint smirk tugging at the corner of her lips.

With a casual shrug, the shaven-headed man replied, “Basic protocol. We’re part of ‘The Mask,’ remember? Getting caught isn’t part of the job description.”

wasting another second, both figures slipped through the hidden

center of the arena, Maia’s strength gave out. Her legs buckled, and she collapsed into Chris’s waiting

bursts. A dull pain crept through her limbs—her body screaming from being pushed

she had. Tyrant wasn’t just any opponent—he had been her most difficult challenge yet.

Chris reacted immediately.

Chris’ features as he

is where

she had heard. No words came from her lips. She didn’t have the energy to speak — only a faint parting

breath. We’ll talk once you’re safe.” Without waiting, Chris

ago, this same woman had stood powerful and defiant. Now, in his hold, she felt weightless — and that realization sank deep