The Phantom Heiress Rising From The Shadows

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Chapter 236 Rosie Causing Trouble Again

Brenna quietly nodded, skillfully removing the hidden earpiece and holding it in her hand. She knew the military would eventually find it, so it was better to surrender it willingly than risk being accused of hiding it.

Her judgment proved wise.

After a night of grueling interrogation at a Shirie military base, Brenna and the others were released by noon

the next day.

It was only upon her release that Brenna discovered the truth behind the operation. The guards protecting her had tipped off the authorities, knowing they couldn't afford to lose her, a crucial asset in fighter jet design.

The military, though unable to gather concrete evidence of Jade's plan to harm Brenna, decided it was safer to be cautious and arranged for a secure escort to take Brenna back to her home.

Each individual was transported back to their respective homes. Ernst and Sabine, having lived together, both

returned to Ernst's apartment.

With the door shut behind them, Ernst let out a heavy sigh. "We are done, Sabine.

I think we're not right for

each other."

jacket onto the couch. The events earlier had only reinforced his thought

had expressed earlier. Sabine's manipulative nature and

eyes welling up with tears. Her dress still bore a noticeable stain, yet Ernst had shown no concern for her on their way back.

said to your sister? I thought I was protecting your interests! She took away your shares and pushed you out

mix of anger and confusion, echoed as she asked, "What did

desperation, she gripped Ernst's

I was the one who chose to sign that agreement. Wh blame her

surprise, Sabine paused, her lip trembling. "I... I never meant for that to happen. I just couldn't stand watching her take advantage of you. Let's not let this cause any more conflict between us. I

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on, I'll make an effort to get along with her. I will even apologize to

aware that losing Ernst would also mean losing a lifestyle that

Ernst. She was

of him.

had always been to help Ernst regain his rightful place and shares in the

Harper Group, Ernst controlled only several smaller firms that, while successful, didn't offer nearly the financial return of his previous

patient and

was clear Ernst held Brenna in high regard.

and would demand a more

apologize to Brenna today,"

pause, Ernst gave in. "Please, just try to get along with her. Brenna can be very friendly, as long