The Phantom Heiress Rising From The Shadows

Chapter 961:

Brenna let out a skeptical laugh. “You’ve met plenty of CEOs, and some are very attractive women. I’ve never seen you throw them a welcome party, stay out drinking late with them, or personally drive them home.”

Her voice turned sharp. “You claim it’s just friendship, and I trust that. But why would you move out of your home of years to let her stay there? Are you that generous? She’s the Wilson family’s daughter; can’t she afford her own place or a hotel? Does she really need you to provide accommodation?”

Ethan fumbled for words for a moment, finally explaining, “She has severe cleanliness issues and finds hotels too unsanitary.”

Brenna shook her head, unconvinced. “Hotels today are spotless. Why can’t she manage? And if she’s so particular, why is your old place fine for her?”

Ethan’s response sounded feeble even to himself. “I got all new supplies and sanitized everything to her standards…”

After a pause, he said, “Brenna, I only see her as a friend, nothing more. Haven’t I shown that these past few days? What else do you want from me?” Ethan let his emotions spill out. His voice carried a sharp edge, tinged with irritation; he believed that Brenna was blowing things out of proportion.

I’m overreacting, making a fuss for no reason, don’t you?

As she crossed the threshold, she caught the household staff—guards and maids—lingering nearby, clearly listening in. They scattered at her approach. Outside, Ethan, seething, slammed his fist against the roof of his car, his

back into his

Shepard descended the stairs, their faces etched with worry, particularly Giselle’s. “Did you and

“There’s a bag in the front passenger seat of my car. Bring it in for me; it’s a gift for my

her head. “I’ve never

in business, no doubt, but as Brenna’s partner? I’m with you; he’s not the one for her. He is too domineering and surrounded by too

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returned promptly, handing the bag to

for Brenna. When she’s in a better headspace, I’ll arrange for them to meet.” Shepard exhaled heavily. “She’s still young; there’s no hurry for marriage. Let’s not bring this up with her yet; it

contact, a sly grin spreading across her face. “I can’t believe they actually had an argument. I’m

intrigued, leaned in. “Who are you talking about? Why are you so