The Phantom Heiress Rising From The Shadows

Chapter 325:

Inside, Ernst stood resolute by his desk as Shepard confronted him, his face etched with anger.

“She’s your sister, Ernst. You stripped her of her dignity by questioning her publicly. Is this the right behavior of a brother? You let unfounded gossip sway your judgment instead of trusting her. Is someone who acts on hearsay without proof worthy of leading the company as CEO? Who filled your mind with such nonsense?”

Ernst’s expression was grim, marked by a dawning realization of his misjudgment. He had placed his faith in Rosie, believing she was above spreading falsehoods. Now, confronted with the reality that Rosie had manipulated him into this debacle, he understood the gravity of his mistake.

Now, he not only needed to leave the company, but his reputation within the Harper Group was also tarnished, with colleagues whispering about his harsh treatment of his own sister.

Ernst’s voice was devoid of warmth as he spoke. “You don’t have to say more. I’ll just step down and leave the company.”

swallowed his frustration, gave Ethan a curt nod, and strode out of the CEO’s

the adjacent office quickly retreated to their desks and refocused on their work, avoiding any sign of curiosity. Only a younger secretary couldn’t hide her concern. She was Sabine. Her phone

she strained to pick

walls and closed door left her with nothing. She was particularly worried about a

to the pantry, brewed two cups of coffee, and set off toward the office, using the delivery as an excuse to check the

Ernst leaned back in his chair, irritation flickering in his gaze

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and sat down across from him. He could see Ernst was already on edge, unwilling to

you,” Ethan said evenly. “I just want to know the reason you did that. Brenna is your sister. Even if the child is hers, calling her out in

unimpressed. “You claim you’re not confronting me,

why Rosie had lied to him. Did she take him