The Phantom Heiress Rising From The Shadows

Once His Wife, Now His Rival 232

Chapter 232 Stóp Questioning Her

Jade's nails dug into her palms as Ethan's address of Brenna as "my woman" slipped through the air with deliberate provocations. Every endearment between them landed like a slap against her very public affections.

Was this his way of refusing her?

Jade's gaze turned to Brenna, sharp as daggers. The intent behind her narrowed eyes was unmistakable. She wanted her gone.

A subtle flick of Jade's eyes sent Viper drifting closer. He caught the murderous implication at once. Her order was clear. However, with Ethan and Ernst near Brenna, any move would have to wait. He needed to take action when Brenna was alone.

Brenna was oblivious to the coiled threat and only had her mind on Braeden's promise. Were his people sent to protect her close? If not, had they done something else to protect her safety?

Her thoughts shattered as Jayceon appeared across the grill, with Fay clinging to his arm.

Brenna couldn't help noticing Jayceon's skill at the grill. His movements were smooth and precise. Also, the skewers came off perfectly cooked and seasoned just right. It was obvious he had done this plenty of times before, probably alongside Ethan and Ernst.

However, there was something Brenna couldn't understand. Why flaunt Fay when everyone knew he was supposedly courting Ellie?

Before Brenna could say anything, Jayceon said, "Ellie has been ghosting me. Even Patrick is keeping his distance. Any idea why?"

The meaning in his words was not so subtle. He must be scared his playboy habits had reached Ellie's ears. He wanted to know if Brenna had told Ellie anything about it.

your side now, Mr. Russell. How could you still think about another

"Jayceon, I'm right here. How could you ask about

sweet display turned

cold warning stare at Jayceon. Brenna was his woman. any disrespect toward her would not be

in his gaze was crystal

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flickering behind his eyes. He had long suspected Brenna was the

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282 Stop Questioning

that was why Ellie

the time to ask Brenna

at Jayceon's

that she wasn't his

original plan had been to invite Ellie and Patrick. But after countless ignored calls, Ellie finally picked up,

sweet-talking could sway Ellie's

why Jayceon had brought

glare, Jayceon reined in his temper. "Miss Harper, my feelings for Ellie are real. I'd appreciate it if you stopped turning her against me. Your words have caused misunderstandings between us." Brenna saw straight through it. His calm facade couldn't hide the anger

don't bring a side piece to an important gathering if you're