The Phantom Heiress Rising From The Shadows

Chapter 1306:

The room’s disapproval closed in around Hank, only fueling his anger. “So what, just because she’s got money, you all defend her? Fine—keep depending on her! Don’t expect anything from me from now on!”

He stormed out, slamming the door shut behind him.

Patrick’s small voice broke the silence in the room, “Mom, will you abandon me after the new baby is born?”

Ellie reached over to pat his head. “Of course not. You’re my child, and I love you more than anything. That will not change.”

Patrick nodded, then hesitated. “But I’m not Dad’s real son. When your new baby is born, I—”

“You are my child, Patrick. And maybe you don’t know, but from the day you were born, even though Thiago isn’t your biological father, he’s cared for you like his own. Think about how he treats you—hasn’t he always shown you love?” Ellie interjected.

understand now. You

play for a bit.” Ellie picked up her phone, firing off a sharp

side, Tori said to Ellie, “Don’t let Hank get under your skin. He’s just acting like a spoiled

to her feet, sensing that Hank’s behavior had only lowered his chances of getting Ellie’s help. If he wanted a better job, he’d have to apologize to Ellie

sure he apologizes to you and Patrick,” Mattie

Brenna. The robotic dog sat obediently by the bed, waiting for its next

trip to Plomond with Thiago, had just settled in for dinner when

miss me, Patrick?” she asked

love the robot dog you made. Thank you

hear that,” Brenna replied with a light laugh. “And that’s only one design. I’ll make a smaller version for you to play with soon. How does that

rack on the dog’s back meant for a submachine gun?” Patrick asked curiously, his eyes on