The Phantom Heiress Rising From The Shadows

Chapter 945:

Ethan’s tone was harsh. “Why did you stop Brenna from entering my office directly today?”

Alani’s whole body tensed. Most days, Ethan’s serious attitude made him seem just cold, but now, there was a sharp edge in his voice that left her afraid for her job.

“I-I’m sorry, Mr. Mitchell,” stammered Alani, her nerves on full display. Losing a position like this wasn’t something she could afford. Yes, her credentials would land her another job, but she didn’t want to lose her current job because of such a small matter.

Ethan had zero tolerance for leaks or gossip, and he certainly wouldn’t want a secretary he couldn’t trust.

“Speak,” said Ethan, gripping his phone as he wondered how he would clear things up with Brenna.

Alani had to be honest. “I’ve never seen you go out of your way for a woman who isn’t related to you. Ever since lunch, you’ve been alone with Miss Wilson, and you even asked me to bring coffee and fruit for her. The whole thing felt off. You were behind closed doors with her for so long. I thought there might be something going on between you two.”

looked at

he pounded the table. “Who gave you the right to jump to conclusions like that? What do you think I could possibly be doing with her? Our whole conversation was about fixing her company’s problems. She’s just stepped into the role of CEO, and her team won’t listen to her. In this entire city, I’m the only person she trusts, so she asked

and his voice faltered. “Why am I even

in his tone made Alani hopeful that her

had walked

Ethan’s next words. “Now my girlfriend is upset

“I honestly don’t know

sending a chill through her. “That’s not my problem. Come up with a solution, or you’ll be out of

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Alani’s voice. “Should I go explain things

head instantly. “That would just make things even worse.” After a quick glance at the time, he added, “You have

the office. Her colleagues quickly crowded