The Phantom Heiress Rising From The Shadows

Chapter 433:

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.”

He spoke in a firm tone, effortlessly tossing his suit jacket onto the couch. The events earlier had only reinforced his thought that Sabine was unable to get along well with Brenna.

He had finally grasped the worries his mother had expressed earlier. Sabine’s manipulative nature and constant scheming all pointed to one thing—she was after his money.

Sabine felt aggrieved, her eyes welling up with tears. Her dress still bore a noticeable stain, yet Ernst had shown no concern for her on their way back. Now, he was even putting an end to their relationship.

“Why? Just because of what I said to your sister? I thought I was protecting your interests! She took away your shares and pushed you out of the Harper Group. Don’t you resent her for that?”

a mix of anger and confusion, echoed as she asked, “What did I actually

she gripped Ernst’s

exactly why. Haven’t I explained before? I gave Brenna those shares willingly, and she didn’t force me out. I was the one who chose to sign that agreement. Why blame her for my decisions? Yesterday, you sided with her enemies and openly plotted against

cause any more conflict between us. I realize I was wrong. From now on, I’ll make an effort to get along with her. I will even apologize to her

from humble beginnings, she was unable to find anyone better than Ernst. She was unwilling

the Harper Group, Ernst controlled only several smaller firms that, while

be patient and strategic in

was clear Ernst held Brenna in high regard. Sabotaging their relationship would be difficult and would demand

apologize to

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