The Phantom Heiress Rising From The Shadows

Chapter 541:

Ernst, catching the undercurrents of tension between Ethan and Jayceon, chose not to say anything about it. Peacemaking was not on his agenda tonight, especially not with more pressing issues at hand. His gaze hardened as he turned to Ethan, a hint of anger in his voice.

“I need to talk to you about something, Ethan. Why did your mom call my Uncle Ableson out of the blue, inquiring if Audrey would consider marrying you?”

Ethan’s world seemed to halt, the question slamming into him with the force of a revelation. “What did you just say?”

His mind raced, piecing together the implications of Elsa’s behind-the-scenes maneuvers. Not only had she sprung a blind date on him, but she had also asked if Audrey would marry him?

What on earth was she trying to do? Was she holding a grudge against Brenna because of the incident at Amy’s birthday party?

clue,” Ethan responded, the weight of the revelation sinking in. He knew he had to confront Elsa about this, to draw clear boundaries about her interference in his personal decisions. He was going to

navigating the trials of adulthood, he had consistently observed Ethan’s steadfast responsibility and his usual indifference to romantic entanglements.

two hearts at once. Moreover, Ethan’s reaction

Ernst inquired, his voice a low hum of

Not only had he secretly met another woman behind Brenna’s back, but Elsa had also reached out to the Harper family to ask if

above a whisper. “I really didn’t know any of this was happening. Please, don’t tell Brenna yet; I will handle

your next adventure at

chose his words carefully, omitting any mention

are in the loop, and

Brenna found out about the matter and wanted to break up with him? He was worried.

waiting for Brenna to apologize to