The Phantom Heiress Rising From The Shadows

Chapter 122

Chapter 122 I'll Give You

A Chance

Brenna stared at Ethan, utterly speechless. He stood there seriously, seemingly oblivious to how abrupt his actions were. He clearly saw no issue in his behavior and believed he was just being kind in his own way.

Ethan had already stepped out of the car and circled around to open the door for her. "Come on out," he said.

Brenna remained seated, leveling him with a steady gaze. "Did it ever occur to you to ask for my opinion?" she

asked.

Leaning against the car, Ethan rested one hand on the roof and bent down, his expression utterly sincere as he replied, "I think you should want to marry me. I am devoted and serious about a relationship. Plus, I know how to make money- more than enough to give it all to you. My heart belongs to you completely and unconditionally. That should be enough to satisfy you, right?"

"You are certainly full of yourself," Brenna shot back bluntly. "Does this mean you will listen to me from now

on?"

"Of course," Ethan said after a moment's thought, nodding sincerely. "I'm ready and willing to listen to you."

Relief flickered across Brenna's face. At least he wasn't the controlling type and wouldn't force her to do

anything.

"In that case, take me back to my studio. I have things to take care of there," Brenna said.

the City Hall, lingering for a beat before he turned back to her. "If you don't want to get married to me today, that's fine. I meant every word

click, then returned to the driver's seat. As he settled in, he reached into his jacket pocket

promise me one thing-never

saying bluntly, "I don't like

hesitation, she slipped the ring off her finger,

listen to you. I won't associate with Jayceon anymore. But

herself and think things over. Ethan and

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it was wiser to observe for a

a breath and then calmly explained, "When Jayceon was dating Ellie, he accepted an engagement arranged by his family. His fiancée confronted Ellie and humiliated her publicly, calling her the other woman. Yet, Jayceon denied being engaged. Ellie even met the woman herself,

known Jayceon since their school days. If there was one thing Ethan

character.

He isn't that type of guy. There must be some misunderstanding.

about the matter."

expression darkened. "You are still

he is really like. Jayceon isn't

engaged or mat He has had a

this. I promise I'll make sure he gives Miss Moore a proper

Jayceon turns out to be

agreed with a smile. He felt grateful Brenna was still

this regard, she felt gratitude toward him. He was clearly a man of his word, willing to trust her implicitly and respect

is your studio located?" Ethan asked, his voice warm, a

his lips.