The Betrayed Heiress' Return to Elegance 223

Chapter 223 Walking The

Same Path To Destruction

Bruce's lips curved into a mocking smile as he listened. "Beneficial for us all?"

Tracy's face darkened at his expression. "What kind of response is that? How can you feel sympathy for Corrine at a moment like this?"

Before Bruce could defend himself, Tracy continued, "Corrine's catastrophic mistake has thrust the Ashton family into public scrutiny and sent our company's stocks spiraling downward. Whatever pity you might feel, you must face reality. She's betrayed our family's trust, not the other way around."

"Mr. Ashton." The butler burst in, his face etched with worry. "Your grandfather ace etched with worry. "Your grandfather

requests your presence in his room imm "9"

Bruce's fingers curled into tight fists. Drawing a measured breath, he responded with

ice in his voice, "I'll be there."

He spun on his heel and marched toward the exit.

At the threshold, he barked an order to a nearby servant. "Remove

nearby servant. "Remove every electronic

Nothing goes in except

"Mom,

read people through countless social gatherings and card games, sensed deeper currents beneath

patted Rita's hand, her mind elsew

glance, she glided out of the

stay put

Bruce had reached

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threshold, Farris

you behind

entire situation, knowing

table, sending coffee mugs crashing to

rooted to the spot, scarcely daring

silence blanketed

eternity, Farris spoke again. "How do you intend

haven't found

turned to Corrine's burning hatred. She

than offer forgiveness now.

contemplation as he closed his eyes.

sincerity must be

pause, he ventured carefully, "Are you concerned

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