The Phantom Heiress Rising From The Shadows

Chapter 1234:

“Isabella, how on earth did you convince Brenna to hand you a job?” Ruby asked again.

Isabella’s patience wore thin. Ruby’s relentless questioning about the matter was exhausting.

“Mom, enough. I’ve told you, I don’t know. I admitted to her that I was wrong, and she offered me the job. That’s it,” Isabella said. She couldn’t bring herself to confess that Brenna had tasked her with keeping tabs on Alec, fearing Ruby would brand her a traitor to the family.

Ruby let out a weary sigh, her voice tinged with frustration. “Why did she do that?”

Mack cut in abruptly, his tone thoughtful yet firm. “Perhaps it’s because we wronged her long ago, and she still harbors resentment toward us. Isabella, on the other hand, came back to the family later and never mistreated her.” Alec nodded in agreement, his expression somber. “That makes sense.”

“We’ve made our apologies. What more does she want? We raised her, for

of cash, a hundred thousand dollars, tucked inside a

it back toward Brenna. “I have no need for this. Take it back with you. If it stays here, those

spending money. Even your clothes are from last year! Next time I visit, I’ll bring you some

is no need for that, my dear. At my age, appearances hardly matter. These clothes are barely a year old;

live

then, the sound of Ruby’s and Alec’s voices drifted in from outside. Joann’s hands moved swiftly, tucking the brown envelope deep within the wardrobe, nestling it carefully

care. Not long

head out now. Just give me a ring if you need anything.” Alec shot a quick glance around the room, believing

wardrobe, and she said, “Joann, your clothes must be dirty. I’ll take them home, wash them, and bring them

Both of you can go. Do not visit me if there is nothing to gain.