The Phantom Heiress Rising From The Shadows

Chapter 486:

Brenna understood everything and replied casually, “Oh, I understand. But really, it’s not a big deal. Why is everyone so worried?”

Julia looked shocked by Brenna’s casual dismissal. “This is serious. Your reputation and your prospects for marriage could be damaged because of this. If Mr. Mitchell sees those photos, he’ll surely get the wrong idea. How can you say it’s not a big deal?”

Brenna offered a slight smile, remaining unfazed. “It’s okay. Rumors like these will fade away soon. Those who believe in me don’t need explanations, and for those who don’t, explanations wouldn’t make a difference anyway.”

After saying this, she ascended the stairs to find her mother, Giselle, seated on the couch in the small living room on the third floor, with a grave expression, engaged in a phone call.

“Frank, there’s always someone causing trouble on the school forum. The administrator allows those posts to linger to keep the forum lively. I usually overlook it, but now there are false rumors circulating about Brenna’s personal life. This is slander and illegal. I need you to ensure that the administrator removes those posts and stops any further discussions of the matter.” Giselle’s face burned with anger, and her tone was firm.

next to Giselle, smiling to reassure her mother that she was

appeared Brenna was masking her true feelings with that smile, already troubled

find where this all started and make sure those spreading lies face serious consequences. Brenna is an honorable young woman. She is passionate about her research and design work and has seen considerable success. Envious people are trying

have already sent a team to look into this and have summoned the forum administrator. We’ll deal with this

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more directives, Giselle ended the call, still visibly upset. She turned to Brenna. “No one can defame a Harper without facing consequences. Brenna, don’t worry. We’ll get to the

the scandal but to

squeezed her hand and said, “My dear, don’t take your reputation lightly. It’s crucial for a woman in your position. There’s a schemer behind this, trying to destroy you. Imagine if, when you go to the university on Monday, everyone thinks you’re someone who casually sleeps with men. That could ruin

moment, Shepard stepped out of the bedroom, clutching his phone. His face was dark with dissatisfaction over