The Phantom Heiress Rising From The Shadows

Chapter 1277:

Her protective instincts flared. “Rosie had nothing but good intentions,” she said to Shepard and Giselle. “We’ve always thrown lively bashes for the girls’ birthdays. Don’t say no now and then secretly arrange one later.”

Giselle’s brow furrowed, and she felt stung by the accusation. She hadn’t noticed Tessa’s favoritism toward Rosie before, but since Rosie’s return, it was glaringly obvious. She wondered what Rosie had been saying to Tessa behind their backs.

“Tessa, Audrey never had a birthday party,” Giselle countered sharply. “It’s only Rosie who has had a grand affair every year.”

Tessa froze, the truth hitting hard. Audrey’s birthdays had always been simple family dinners, while Rosie’s had been marked with fanfare.

Stung by the challenge, she retorted, “Our family is one of the city’s most prominent families. What is wrong with a proper celebration? Why are you saying this? It seems you dislike Rosie.”

Giselle’s lips curled into a wry smile. “Dislike her? I wouldn’t dare. It seems Rosie’s word is law in this house now. She is the one calling the shots.”

down her cheeks in a theatrical display. “Are you still angry with me? I know

not! Those shares are yours, Rosie, and no one will strip them

of cunning satisfaction

Brenna said calmly. “I’ve never asked for her shares. I’m being unfairly

to speak, but a subtle glance from

after Rosie’s shares. Besides, those shares were purchased from other Harper family members. She earned them rightfully. Why would we take them

available

slightly. Rosie had conveniently omitted the fact

true, Rosie’s ambition was far from

true?” Tessa inquired, her tone

hesitated, her voice tinged with caution. “Grandma, I… I acquired shares in the Harper Group only to support Maxley’s campaign,” she explained, wary of Tessa misinterpreting