The Phantom Heiress Rising From The Shadows

Chapter 450:

But she refused to just give up. She had loved Ethan for countless years and had always tried to please him. Why should Brenna, who had done nothing, receive the love that was rightfully hers?

In the afternoon, Ethan settled into his seat across from Luther for a game of chess.

With each move, Luther’s experienced hands guided a knight into position, showcasing decades of strategic expertise. The game remained evenly matched, with neither the seasoned businessman nor the family patriarch able to claim the upper hand.

“While we play, Ethan, reflect on your past with Rosie,” Luther said, eyes fixed on the chessboard. “She might be headstrong, but deep down, her intentions are pure.”

Luther had arranged the chess match not just for the game, but to engage in a private conversation with Ethan.

trying to probe his decision not

position in both the Harper family and the Harper

his queen forward.

stiffened as he noticed Ethan’s careful attempt to dodge the true issue. He believed Ethan clearly knew what he wanted to

marry Brenna after only a few meetings, ignoring his years of

relationship, Ethan,” Luther said. “She grew up believing she’d be your bride, given our families’

intently. “Rosie has only ever been a sister to me. Despite being aware of the familial agreement, I never embraced the idea of marrying her. I view such agreements as outdated relics. Even before I met Brenna, I had resolved not to honor the arrangement. Moreover, my elder

𝓥𝓮𝓻𝓲𝓯𝓲𝓮𝓭 𝓫𝔂 𝓼𝓲𝓽𝓮: 𝗀𝖺𝗅𝗇𝗈ν𝖊𝗅𝘀﹒ⅽ𝗈𝗺

almost thoughtful. “You are

“From the moment we first met, I knew Brenna

outdated traditions or arrange a marriage out