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 passage,

Maia’s strength gave out.

breaths came in shallow bursts. A dull pain crept through her limbs—her body screaming from being pushed too

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

Chris reacted immediately.

hesitation, concern flooded Chris’ features as he

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Chris a quiet signal that she had heard. No words came from

waiting, Chris

she felt weightless — and that realization sank deep into Chris’ chest.