The Phantom Heiress Rising From The Shadows

Chapter 1248:

Mack scoffed, waving off the idea. “No way. Imperial Bar is Ethan’s, and they won’t hire me. Besides, I was once the vice president at the Barrett Group. How could I work as a server now? Do not suggest such a menial job to me again.”

Isabella rolled her eyes. “So what’s your plan? You can’t find a suitable job in Shirie. Ever thought of looking for a job in Plomond?”

“I’ll think about it,” Mack muttered, eyes glued to his game, clearly brushing off the suggestion without a second thought.

Mack shuffled out of the club, feeling drained, and stopped at a breakfast place to grab a quick bite before heading home.

By the time he arrived, Isabella and Alec had already gone to work, leaving only Ruby in the apartment. Ruby had spent the night tossing and turning, repeatedly trying to get in touch with Mack, but without success. If Alec hadn’t stepped in, she would have gone straight to the police.

As soon as Mack walked in, the scent of alcohol on him hit Ruby. She rushed to him, her voice laced with concern. “Where have you been all night?”

and ended up crashing there,” Mack replied, exhaustion clear in

to stop by the bank to deposit the cash, but fatigue had overtaken him. Sleep was the

know? I was up all night, worried sick

patience wore thin. “I’m not a kid. I can take care

room, slammed the door behind him, and collapsed into

is your update

to call Alec and Isabella to let them

been eavesdropping near the door, quickly made her

around the corner by the stairs, keeping an eye on him. She had spotted the paper bag he carried but couldn’t tell what was inside. He looked completely drained, as

reached the subway to call Brenna and relay everything she had seen.

in the lobby, Alec was at his usual spot, but Brenna immediately noticed that