The Phantom Heiress Rising From The Shadows

Chapter 409:

Ruby’s laughter rang sharp and cold. “Alec bought this house.” She jabbed a finger toward him. “I am his wife. His assets belong to me. So, are you leaving, or should I call the police now?”

Mack leaned forward, his tone dripping with condescension. “Let’s be clear, Ms. Tucker — anything bought with Barrett money is Barrett property.”

His smile was tight, devoid of warmth. “We’re being civil by asking you to leave. You’d be smart to comply immediately.”

The unspoken truth hung heavy in the air: this apartment was their last refuge. But Lila had anticipated this moment years ago. Every document, every transaction had been meticulously arranged to withstand exactly this sort of entitled tantrum. She was not afraid of the Barrett family.

Her gaze shifted to Alec, the man who had once showered her with gifts, indulgences, and care. Alec had always been good to her and her son; that was why she had allowed him and his family in today.

But her hospitality had limits. She wouldn’t let them push her around. “Alec,” she said, her voice laced with deceptive sweetness as she turned to him, “this is my house, isn’t it?”

softened, his voice almost tender. “Of course it is. I already told you

smile blossomed. She was willing to let Alec stay. “You always know how to treat

can you flirt with my husband right in front of

sharp enough to melt steel as she turned to Alec. “You need to choose between me and her now. I have been your wife for years and given you two children.

Mack and Isabella would stand by her. They would make money and support her financially

interested in Alec for his money. Now that he was broke, she

the rest on

surely kick

aside like last season’s fashion, Alec,” Ruby warned, arms

“Going broke today doesn’t mean staying down forever. Since I built the Barrett Group before, I can build another company again.” His eyes

“Of course you will, darling. I trust you.” After a brief pause, she added, “But this arrangement? I can’t accept it. I won’t live under the same roof as your wife. Divorce would cut through all the complications, don’t