The Phantom Heiress Rising From The Shadows

Chapter 1157:

Gracie’s expression was troubled. “So you are avoiding me, Ethan. I don’t want to go back. My place feels hollow. I’m there by myself, with no one to talk to. I’m scared of that loneliness. Your house is massive—multiple floors, countless empty rooms. Me staying in one wouldn’t inconvenience you. If it’s really a problem, I can even pay you rent.”

Ethan shook his head. “You don’t have to pay me. If you want to stay, fine. My mom is alone and gets bored easily. She’s busy looking after Belen, leaving home early and coming back late. Your presence would keep her company.”

Gracie’s face lit up. “I knew you would let me stay. You’re so kind, Ethan. When are you coming home?”

“I own several properties. If you like that house, stay there with my mom. I’ll live somewhere else,” Ethan replied, his tone flat.

Gracie’s expression crumpled, her voice tinged with hurt. “Are you still trying to avoid me? Does my presence really bother you that much?”

Ethan’s face hardened as he spoke firmly. “I have a girlfriend, and I’m deeply committed to her. You need to respect boundaries and keep your distance instead of shamelessly staying at my house.”

Gracie stared at him, stunned by the sting of his words.

Miss Harper, too. As long as you are not married, I have every right to pursue you. How can you say something so

was icy. “You can pursue me if you want, but not by moving into

he called Neville over and asked

“It starts in two

agenda. It’s about the drone project, focusing on

stood and left for the conference room

stood there, agitation swirling within her. Returning to her office, she lingered by the floor-to-ceiling window, staring at the cityscape, lost in thought. Ethan’s attitude toward

to smile warmly at her, seeking her input on everything. But now, he had become so distant. What had

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it because the Wilson Group had collapsed? Was it because she was no longer the daughter of a prominent family? Did Ethan look down

that was part of the reason, but

Gracie headed to

job applicants, the crowd