The Phantom Heiress Rising From The Shadows

Chapter 1088:

Gracie collapsed there, too weak to get up, her breathing ragged and her energy completely spent.

Gracie was too weak to even lift a finger, but she managed to stay conscious, her strength barely holding on. She had to admit that Brenna was truly terrifying. She had felt only a breath away from dying just now.

A silent promise formed in her heart; she would never mess with Brenna again. Now, she understood why even Waldo never dared to cross Brenna. If he ever tried, he would probably be destroyed by her.

Brenna crouched beside Gracie, her voice cold and steady. “Tell everyone what really happened. If you lie, I’ll make sure you get another taste of near-death experience.”

For a long moment, Gracie lay there catching her breath. Fear made her shiver as she finally said, “I faked the leg cramp earlier. I only wanted to set up Brenna. I just couldn’t stand her.”

The real reason for her actions stayed hidden. She didn’t dare admit her true intentions, scared that Ethan would hate her and cut her off for good.

I came to dying just now? Are you really going to stand by and let her keep hurting me? Please, don’t let someone so heartless like her stay by your side. I’m afraid that she’ll actually kill me

to stand, reaching for Ethan’s hand, but he stepped back, not wanting to touch her at

extended a hand to help Gracie up, reassuring her, “I’ll protect you. From now on, I’ll make sure

was clear. Waldo showed her kindness, while Ethan was cold, but Gracie

speak up for her. But Ethan had no words of comfort for her. “Brenna pays back every slight and never lets anyone disrespect her. She’s not someone who bullies people for no reason. As long as you stay in your lane

“If you stop stirring up drama or causing trouble for me, I’ll leave you alone. You don’t need to worry

she said, “I’m leaving

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sensing Brenna’s anger and feeling

on the ground, hugging her knees as she cried, feeling lost and abandoned, especially by

but she still