The Phantom Heiress Rising From The Shadows

Chapter 1031:

Reading his response eased Brenna’s mind. She knew that Ethan wasn’t lying, so she let the matter go.

Annual company gatherings usually unfolded in a predictable fashion. The chairman and the CEO would give their speeches, achievements for the year were recapped, and high-performing staff members would receive their awards. Brenna never looked forward to these formalities. Even while handing out trophies to staff members, she kept her expression calm, treating it as just another task.

The next day, as Brenna arrived at her company, she encountered Alec at the lobby entrance.

With an uneasy look, Alec blocked her way to stop her.

“Brenna, Gracie is back again. Aren’t you afraid she’ll take Ethan away from you? Yesterday, she wouldn’t stop following Ethan and even got in his car. Doesn’t that bother you? Honestly, I’d be worried if I were you.”

Brenna had her doubts about Alec’s intentions. This made the fourth time he had come to her with the same gossipy tone, always sharing news meant to upset her.

car, didn’t he? Gracie got a ride from Neville, so I don’t see

you found out? Word is, Gracie is divorced now and might be making a move on Mr. Mitchell. You should watch out. Guys like Mr. Mitchell—successful, loyal, principled, and well-off—don’t come around every day. Any woman would want him. If you’re

that she wanted to end the

walked over and stopped beside Brenna. She wore a bright, confident smile, looking nothing like the heartbroken woman Brenna

working here from now on. Want to grab lunch together today?” Gracie spoke as if she didn’t know that

you sorted

and her resentment toward Brenna simmered beneath the surface. This was a sore spot for her; she had lost nearly everything

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“We had to declare bankruptcy. My uncle is handling whatever’s left of the Wilson Group. Now, I’m officially starting as vice president here at the Mitchell Group.

faint smile. “Is that so? Sounds like good news. Let’s have