The Phantom Heiress Rising From The Shadows

Chapter 111

Chapter 111 Uninvited

Roberto's frustration mounted as problems compounded like unrelenting storma

He spoke to his son with a cold tone. "You've always been close to Rosie, haven't you Go to her for help The Harper family wields significant power and wealth-they can certainly assist us if they choose to if you're serious about maintaining the luxurious lifestyle you've grown accustomed to, you need to do your part to support the Moreno family.

With those words, Roberto ended the call abruptly and left with his secretary to meet with representatives from

the tax buteau.

Left in silence, Harlan sat in contemplation for a long while. His father's words echoed in his mind, and he couldn't deny their truth. The Harper family, a formidable and powerful family in Shirie and Belden, ranked only second to the Mitchells

His friendship with Rosie had indeed been mutually beneficial, though often requiring morally questionable compromises on his part. This particular mess, too, had been set in motion by Rosie. Had she not pushed him to target Brenna, perhaps his family wouldn't be in trouble now.

A steely resolve hardened Harlan's features. Rising from the bed, he changed swiftly and strode out of the hospital.

As the clock struck noon, Brenna gathered with her studio colleagues, preparing to head to the downstairs restaurant, when her phone vibrated on the desk.

Ethan was calling her. She quickly answered the call.

"Brenna, let's have lunch together. I'll pick you up." Ethan said.

Brenna hesitated, weighing the invitation. She had a packed schedule with an important task ahead in the afternoon, and lunch was the last thing on her mind. Still, she didn't want to be rude. "I really have a lot on my plate this afternoon," she explained, trying to keep her voice polite. "It might not be convenient."

Ethan stood at the top floor of the Mitchell Group building, his gaze sweeping over the vast cityscape of Shirte The city stretched beneath him, its towering structures glistening under the fading sunlight. His voice remained steady as he said, "It'll only take a short while, I promise. Where are you? I'll go and pick you up now."

of experience in romantic pursuits, Ethan's sincerity shone through in his words. He was unassuming but determined, the faintest smile

replying, her voice tinged with resignation, "Alright, but I need to leave

I am sure. Just send me

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call ended, Ethan met Jayceon's anxious stare "Well yeon asked, his voice

the agree?"

his hand through his hair, his thoughts shifting "Yeah, the agreed But you need to wait at the restaurant first. I'll pick her up myself He paused for a moment, then added, "By the way, you should know that she seemed pretty upset with you the other day Don't be surprised if she's not exactly thrilled to see you. If she refuses to disclose Miss Moore's

of Brenna's icy demeanor toward Jayceon remained vivid, her

misunderstanding

for

was among his closest friends, Ethan wasn't willing to jeopardize his fragile connection with

carefully You're my only hope in. this-if Miss Harper refuses to speak to me, you'll need to subtly probe for information. His

stiff set of his shoulders. Yet he

had spent so long thinking about her-about the things they had done together and the mistakes he had

anticipation.

amusing, how her eyes would soften when

her beauty, it was her warmth, her character, that had captivated him. He knew now, without question, that if he found her again, he would commit himself to her completely. He would never look

to an office building, where Brenna waited. Her silhouette was framed against

revealed her connection to the two studios inside the building to

secret