The Phantom Heiress Rising From The Shadows

Chapter 947:

Intuition had already told Brenna that Ethan hadn’t crossed any lines. Eyes fixed on the screen, she watched the sped-up footage.

Scene after scene made things clear: there was nothing questionable between Ethan and Gracie. Both sat at opposite ends of a broad desk while Alani came and…

They went several times. Their conversation looked light, even pleasant, but it was clear they had done nothing inappropriate.

Ethan said, “I know I shouldn’t have met with her alone. There’s no excuse for breaking my word. It won’t happen again. Next time, every meeting with her will be in public places. I hope you can forgive me.”

Ethan spoke with gentle sincerity, very different from his usual commanding presence that Thiago knew.

A sudden cough from Thiago broke the moment. “Am I invisible? Maybe you two would rather I step out so you can finish this discussion?”

at him. Brenna said,

Thiago, “We’re grabbing dinner together. Want to come

“Do you really want me tagging along as a third wheel?

probably waiting for you,” said Brenna, giving him

She glanced at the

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mood soured again. Feeling that Gracie was calling to provoke her, she put the call on speaker for Ethan to hear. “Why did you

Wilson Group is throwing a formal dinner this Saturday to

explained, “I wasn’t in the loop about this invitation. While I did suggest hosting a welcome dinner and gathering Shirie’s elite, I didn’t tell

cold look and replied, “Alright, I’ll be there.

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ending the call. The moment the call disconnected, any trace of her smile faded as she tugged her sleeve down to hide a dark bruise on her arm. Resolve flashed in her eyes. She was determined to try to win Ethan’s heart no matter