The Phantom Heiress Rising From The Shadows

Chapter 692:

Brenna sensed Isabella’s eagerness, almost as if she was rooting for her to lose to Minna.

“It’s true, Ethan’s mother favors Minna. But Ethan doesn’t share her preference,” Brenna stated candidly.

Isabella didn’t believe her. “You seem awfully sure of yourself. How can you be certain Mr. Mitchell isn’t interested in her? Did he tell you himself? What if he follows his mother’s wishes and marries Minna in the future?”

Ruby, mindful of their visit’s true purpose, noticed Isabella’s words veering off track. She discreetly pinched her under the table. “What are you going on about? Brenna is stunning and a Harper by birth. If I were Mr. Mitchell’s mother, I would see Brenna as the far better choice for Ethan.”

Isabella shot back, her tone sharp, “Mom, what do you know about the matter? That woman was personally chosen by Mr. Mitchell’s mother. Mr. Mitchell’s mother has already made it clear she doesn’t want Brenna to be with her son.”

Ruby glanced at Brenna, baffled as to why Ethan’s mother would reject such an ideal daughter-in-law. After all, Brenna was not only breathtaking but also accomplished.

often come across as too cold. If you could be warmer, maybe try harder to win over your future mother-in-law, she might change her mind

faint smile, not agreeing with Ruby’s suggestion. Why would she change

she saw no need to curry favor with

she was willing

wasn’t a necessity

do you care about her so much? Do you think you’re her

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she glared at Isabella. “Quiet! What’s that supposed to mean? I’ve raised

didn’t already know Ruby’s true nature, she might

well aware of

to soften her

his mother. Why not invite her to dinner, visit their home with Ethan, and make peace with