The Phantom Heiress Rising From The Shadows

Chapter 970:

A cold laugh escaped Brenna. “If saving her is what you want, then do it. Just don’t expect me to be involved. The whole idea makes me sick!” She roughly shook off Ethan and stormed away, her anger evident.

She could hardly believe it! What did they take her for? A woman showed up to steal her boyfriend, and not only was she expected to stay calm, but she was also supposed to help that woman? Not a chance!

Stunned, Ethan could only watch as Brenna slid into her car, slammed the door shut, and drove off.

Before he could collect his thoughts, Alec walked over to him, his demeanor respectful.

“Mr. Mitchell,” Alec said, choosing his words carefully. “Can you really not see it? Brenna’s already upset because of the way you treat that woman. Now, you expect her to help? What are you thinking?”

Resisting the urge to say more harsh words, Alec held his tongue. He knew it wasn’t his place to say those things to Ethan.

brows. Instead of arguing, he thought about Alec’s

Ethan asked, struggling to make sense of it.

confusion. “What do you mean? She’s hardly experienced with these things. Even with Jordy, they met through her mother’s arranged blind date under pressure. She’s inexperienced in relationships, but that doesn’t mean she’s stupid. You might want to rethink your approach. I’ll speak to her tomorrow and see if I

helpful. “Maybe you

you’ll stop spending time with that woman. Isn’t my daughter enough? What makes that woman so special? Or do you want to keep both of them by your side?” Alec’s voice turned firm, the words coming from a protective father. Though it was not entirely appropriate for him

who needs help. I can’t really turn her away.” Alec shook his head in disbelief. “I didn’t expect

explained, “There’s nothing between that woman and me. She’s facing serious problems,

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sharp scoff escaped Alec. “If you care more about helping her than making things right with Brenna, then go ahead. Is it Gracie you’re helping? Word is she used to be your girlfriend. You’re trying to

said enough, Alec turned on his heel, confident he’d made his point. In his mind, Ethan needed to learn

words. There was a ring of truth to