The Phantom Heiress Rising From The Shadows

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Shepard nodded thoughtfully, his eyes studying Rosie. “Of course, I’ll see to it that they’re returned,” he said, though he couldn’t help but notice Rosie had become cunning. By merely bringing up Brenna’s birthday celebration, she had deftly maneuvered to reclaim her shares.

He had clearly underestimated her.

Brenna caught Rosie’s eye, and for a fleeting moment, a spark of resentment flickered in Rosie’s gaze.

Brenna averted her eyes discreetly, her mind racing as she calculated Rosie’s stake in the Harper Group. If her estimates were correct, Rosie already held seven percent. With her previous shares reinstated, that could climb to ten percent, perhaps more. That was a significant holding, surpassing even hers. The thought stirred a quiet unease in Brenna.

Despite Rosie’s recent setbacks, losing several companies and a fortune, she was far from destitute. Brenna realized Rosie had been skillfully playing the victim, trying to tug at everyone’s heartstrings. Days later, Rosie arranged another meal with Gracie.

This time, Gracie’s demeanor was noticeably warmer toward Rosie, her earlier frostiness thawed by Rosie’s display of resilience.

after bankruptcy, Rosie had staged

ten million, had been sold well above market value. Gracie found herself reassessing Rosie’s proposition

without a doubt, more resourceful

Rosie’s potential now. “What do

spirits. Her plans were unfolding seamlessly. Hiring assassins had proven simpler than anticipated. After she had announced a generous reward, elite experts

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recruit a few more to

smile. “Nothing, just

Gracie was sharp, forward-thinking, and cautious to a

triumph, Rosie said, “I’m in a wonderful mood. I now hold seven percent of the Harper Group’s shares. In a few days, they’ll give me back the shares they took from me, bringing my total to eleven percent. I couldn’t wait to share

curiosity piqued as she leaned forward slightly. “How

an enigmatic smile. “Well, let me tell