The Phantom Heiress Rising From The Shadows

Chapter 1055:

After the last test was done, Elsa had already arranged for a room in the orthopedics ward for Belen.

As the elevator doors slid open, Brenna and the others guided the bed down the hall. Elsa stood nearby, arms folded, her gaze fixed on the group. Her expression, once warm, hardened the moment Brenna came into view.

Given Belen’s injury and the current situation, Elsa kept her sharp words to herself, at least for now. She wasn’t about to start trouble, not wanting to upset Belen. Still, as soon as Brenna pushed the bed out of the elevator, Elsa deliberately pushed past her, giving her a cold, warning glance.

Ethan caught the silent exchange and gave Brenna a reassuring nod, hoping to comfort her.

Bess had seen enough to recognize Elsa’s open dislike for Brenna. She quietly let go of the bed. There were plenty of hands to guide it, so she knew she was not needed. She didn’t want Brenna to have a negative impression of her.

aunt Elsa. She’s just not good with people. For as long as I can remember, she has always been blunt, often speaking and treating people without regard for their feelings.” Those words made Brenna

Bess at Belen’s house before. Bess had been mean to her at the time, but once she discovered that Brenna was related to Dalton, her attitude

though the shift puzzled her, Brenna chose to accept

to it by now,” she said plainly. “Every time she sees me, she’s got something mean

just how she is. She wants to control everything around her. She and Ethan fight constantly. He often goes to Grandma’s house just to get a break from her. Even Grandma thinks Elsa’s a handful. So really, the problem’s hers, not yours. Personally, I think you’re great. You’re smart,

“Besides, you’re related to Dalton, the famous star. I’m a huge fan of him. I went to his concert not long ago and saw you give him flowers on

in Bess’ eyes as she looked at Brenna, waiting for an answer. Brenna met her gaze and answered, “Dalton is one of my older brothers. I

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time, but I didn’t want to assume.” Her voice trembled with excitement. If that were true, maybe

a quick nod, Brenna