The Phantom Heiress Rising From The Shadows

Chapter 1041:

Gracie had already emerged from the restroom and had been watching from a distance. Each time Brenna hit Waldo, Gracie couldn’t help but feel a sense of satisfaction. Waldo deserved that.

Feeling exhausted, Lilith made her way to Brenna’s side, pouring some lemon water before settling in for a chat.

Not long after, Lilith excused herself, and Gracie stepped up to play against Ernst. She moved with surprising finesse, nearly matching Ernst’s level. Their rallies grew more spirited by the minute.

Watching Gracie play, Waldo found himself drawn to her. He thought he should make an effort to win her over.

A smirk crossed Lilith’s face. “You really didn’t hold back. That last hit nearly killed him,” said Lilith, shaking her head.

“I honestly can’t stand the guy,” said Brenna. “He knows Gracie works as the vice president at the Mitchell Group, but that didn’t stop him from making a move on her. It’s like he doesn’t care about Ethan at all.”

appeared in Lilith’s eyes. “Waldo definitely deserved it. But Gracie’s supposed to be your rival in love, right? Why go out of your way for

he’s desperate to meet women, he can hang out at a bar. He acts like he’s on the hunt as soon as he sets foot here, and I’ve had enough of it.” Brenna swirled her glass of lemon water, took a sip, then set it aside. “Come on,

themselves beside Thiago and Ellie, who were locked

his luck. Every time he tried to

sprang to his feet, racket in hand. “Care for a game, Miss Harper?” he asked, flashing a hopeful

My arms are dead tired.

Lilith’s gesture and thanked

that Darwin’s tennis skills were also quite great. His movements were professional,

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a membership,” he said, unable to hide the admiration in his eyes.

having just wrapped up his own match against Waldo, had been watching Brenna play