Rising from the Ashes The Heiress They Tried to Erase

Chapter 1058:

“Serious as ever.” Maia gave a firm nod. “Why don’t we continue this in your office, where we can talk properly?”

She wasted no time and guided Pattie toward the office.

The moment the door shut behind them, a faint shift came over Maia’s features. Remaining still, she spoke in a quiet tone. “Pattie, Raegan’s visit today didn’t sit right with me.”

“I felt the same way.” Pattie eased into her chair, her playful manner gone. “Still, I need to know—are you actually committed to this charity idea?”

“Yes, I am,” Maia answered, her tone growing heavier. “The thought only crossed my mind yesterday. Then today, Raegan shows up with Cooper Group’s invitation. Tell me, does that not feel too coincidental, almost like someone’s watching my every move?”

Suspicion flickered in Pattie’s eyes. “Are you implying this could be Hurst’s doing?”

strong possibility,” Maia whispered. “Or worse, it could mean I’m being followed. Anyway, refusing the invitation might

her hand, a faint flicker running through her eyes. “Kiley won’t miss the opportunity to smear

brief span, the office carried a heavy silence, the weight of her

in Maia’s expression. She leaned toward Pattie, speaking in a hushed tone

Pattie, her

same hour, Raegan stepped out of the MCN

a small recorder from the

curved across her

plan was unfolding exactly

dominated the airwaves: “Cooper Group will be hosting a grand charity gala alongside the launch

through the city like sparks catching dry grass. In particular, Kiley, the freshly appointed CEO of Cooper Group, tirelessly emphasized the value of the charity

success to the people who believed in us. Since Cooper Group stands where it is today because of the public’s trust, it’s only right that