The Phantom Heiress Rising From The Shadows

Chapter 1145:

Ellie rolled her eyes at his empty promises. “I remember you said the same thing to me before. And what happened? Your family refused to accept me, and you did nothing. Why would I believe you now?”

Shaking his head, Jayceon replied, “Things have changed now. I have my own business separate from my family. No one can control my work or my personal life anymore. And from the way you talk, it’s clear you still have feelings for me. You only married Thiago because you felt grateful to him after all the help he offered you.”

His eyes flickered to Brenna. “Word is, he pursued Brenna before. Doesn’t that bother you at all?”

Ellie let out a sharp laugh. “Stop talking nonsense. Don’t try to drive a wedge between us. Who says I don’t love him? When I was alone in Norview with a child, working and raising the kid, do you know how hard it was? I couldn’t handle everything. Thiago helped me, took care of the child when he was sick, and looked after me when I was ill. I gradually fell in love with him. He also helped advance my career. My success…

Today is thanks to him! I love that man! He’s reliable and trustworthy—qualities you never showed me.” Anger still burning, Ellie turned to walk away.

But before she could take a step, Jayceon reached out and caught her arm. “You’re lying. He’s not better than me. Not in any way!”

“You really think so? But to me, he’s better than you in every way!” Ellie yanked her arm free and walked to Brenna.

just stared at the

“Are you finished, Brenna? Let’s get out

clothes, Brenna nodded. “Yeah,

continuing shopping

kills my mood,” Ellie said. She and Brenna chatted as they shopped until

for a recommendation and soon went to a restaurant Lorna mentioned. She invited the bodyguard to join them for the

oozed charm—from the eclectic decor to the mixed crowd filling the

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would you like to order?” A waitress with a bright smile

Brenna looked

Brenna watched as she vanished in her uniform and cap, swallowed by the kitchen

“Sorry about that. My coworker