The Jilted Heiress' Return To The High Life

Chapter 761:

They knew nothing about this invisible adversary, which left them dangerously vulnerable. If control of Burgess Group changed hands, it would mean the downfall of their family.

“How are things progressing with Bruce?” Corey asked abruptly.

Leah frowned slightly, unsure how to respond.

Sonia, ever poised, interlaced her fingers with Leah’s and addressed Corey. “After yesterday’s debacle, the fact that their relationship is still intact is a relief in itself. If we push for an engagement now, the Ashton family will only grow suspicious.”

Corey nodded. “True.”

weighing on him. When he finally spoke, his voice was low and firm. “Make sure the birthday party goes as planned. Every

replied. “I’ll call Bruce and ask if he’s

a hand, halting her. “The priority is setting up a meeting with the Ashton family—preferably with Farris himself. It’s

under Bruce’s control, but in reality, Farris still held the reins. No major decision

he won’t even show up,” Leah

Bruce. She still remembered the day she had personally visited him after her return to the country,

she had overheard him discussing the transfer of his shares to Corrine. In his eyes, Corrine was the only woman fit to be Bruce’s wife. Otherwise, why

her brows drawing together in thought. “As long as he

is your gateway

cigarette against the ashtray before snuffing it out. “What right does he have to oppose? You were once just the daughter of the Burgess family, but things have changed. Don’t forget—you’re close to Andromache now. That old man from the Ashton family has always valued power and status above all. With