The Phantom Heiress Rising From The Shadows

Chapter 243 Rosie Returning Home

Ableson and Shepard knew they had no say in this. In this family, Luther's word was final.

As Shepard turned, he caught the disapproval etched on Giselle's face. It was clear she was displeased with the idea of Rosie coming back.

With no choice, Shepard reached under the table and gently patted her leg in silent comfort.

Luther continued, his voice rising as he scolded both sons and their wives. Tessa occasionally chimed in, echoing his grievances. She repeated how poorly they had treated Rosie, an orphan with no one to speak for

her.

By the time Brenna and the others returned an hour later, arms full with baskets of fresh produce, the elders had already wrapped up the conversation.

The younger generation scanned their parents' grim expressions. They were curious about what had happened, but none dared to ask. They exchanged quiet, knowing glances.

They had already talked about the matter while picking fruits and vegetables earlier. Despite being young, they were smart enough to recognize Luther's move for what it was-sending them away to have a private conversation with their parents.

After a brief discussion, the younger generation had unanimously agreed that today's family meeting was about

Rosie.

butler stepped away to fetch Rosie from the kitchen, where she had been diligently preparing the

practiced smile.

She stood dutifully beside Luther, her

None of them was fooled. They knew Rosie had spent the past

She saw straight through her performance. Behind the sweetness was the

d you

clasped Rosie's hand and, with a voice heavy with resolve, said, "Rosie, your parents passed when you were just a baby. You've had to fend for yourself since then, and casting you out now is wrong. I've already spoken with Shepard and Ableson. From now on,

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couldn't believe they had refused to take her back. She was going to live with

wanted Living there meant fewer chances to cross paths

to see Brenna. He had never once stepped into Ableson's place. How

said, "Grandpa, Uncle Ableson is not in good health, and Aunt Jillian is already busy looking after him. I don't want to add to their burden. I think it's best if I stay at Uncle

burden? The servants will handle everything, Jillian and I wouldn't need to lift a finger.

said, "I just don't want to impose on you,

around them held back a scoff.

stay with them. I promise I won't argue with Brenna

yet you all went against her before. You