The Phantom Heiress Rising From The Shadows

Chapter 282 Can You Do

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Rosie, Jade, and Tina exchanged knowing glances, smirks playing on their lips.

For the past two weeks, Tina had been poisoning Amy's perception of Brenna with carefully crafted lies. She painted Brenna as a heartless and selfish individual who took pleasure in tormenting Rosie, orchestrating her banishment from the Harper family, and even turning her own brothers against her.

Amy's disdain for Brenna had intensified when, thanks to Rosie's subtle manipulation, she had "accidentally" stumbled upon those hotel photographs depicting Brenna checking in with a man.

Now, witnessing Brenna's striking beauty firsthand, especially the possessive way she clung to Ethan's arm. Amy felt her suspicions confirmed. She believed Brenna had clearly stolen Ethan from Rosie.

Having seen Tina and Rosie grow up together, Amy had always treated Rosie with the affection of a family. In her eyes, Brenna naturally warranted contempt.

Jade looked at Brenna with a smug superiority. "I heard you were someone of consequence, giving public lectures at Shirie University. But now, it appears you are merely a common laborer. Since when do ladies from respectable families engage in such manual work? Our kind curate art collections, perhaps manage a few businesses for amusement. Turning screws? That is the domain of the working class, meant for men of lower standing."

A wave of hushed whispers rippled through the crowd.

Dozens of pairs of eyes scrutinized Brenna.

Brenna cleared her throat and offered a sincere correction, saying, "I am not a common laborer; I am a mechanical engineer. My work involves designing ships, helicopters, advanced robotic arms, and even intelligent robots."

A burst of laughter erupted from Jade, Tina, and their clique.

"Oh, please, spare us the tall tales. I only heard you possessed some knowledge of car design. I've certainly

never heard that you can design any of the things you just mentioned," Jade mocked, her tone dripping with

scorn.

rolled her eyes, frustrated that her rare attempt at explanation had been met with such

fabricate

regretted coming here, regretted considering Ethan's reputation, or the perceived need

believing Brenna. You clearly have no comprehension of the capabilities of

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all, who seem to only be occupied with endless beauty treatments and trivial

However, she knew she couldn't reveal her true feelings. She hadn't even laughed at Brenna with Tina and the others earlier, fearing Brenna would see through

engineer. I have seen the cars she has designed; they are truly remarkable. I think she is telling the truth

scoffed dismissively, "Oh, please. I strongly suspect she is simply lying to show off. If not, perhaps she could provide

she has only just returned to the Harper

my presence. The Russell family has no welcome for such individuals. If you truly wish to impress me, perform something for me.

eyes turned

nervous concern, "Brenna doesn't possess any artistic talents. She's completely devoted to her work. Please don't put her in a difficult position. How about I play a

she was clearly cooperating with

said, “Mrs. Russell, if you desire performers for your birthday celebration, that's easily arranged.

readily invite professionals."

make a lasting impression on

Mrs. Russell's birthday party. They are mocking my

me and dismissing my helicopter design skills as lies. I want to show them something they will