The Phantom Heiress Rising From The Shadows

Chapter 1345:

“Please, you should be smarter than that. That bet’s weak. If you want a real challenge, pick something else, or just leave,” Brenna waved off the idea, deciding Sylvie wasn’t worth the effort.

Finley stepped forward, his presence intimidating. Whitney immediately shrank behind Sylvie for cover.

Already uneasy, Sylvie shrank back too, rendered speechless by the bodyguard’s presence. Reluctantly, she led Whitney away and back to their seats, defeated.

Lilith let out a mocking laugh. “I actually wanted to chat with Whitney, maybe ask where she’s working these days. But after the way she acted, I don’t see the point. She’s not worth my time.”

Brenna took the menu from the waiter, picked out two dishes for herself, then handed it to Lilith, who ordered next, followed by Libby and Finley.

Even though Libby and Finley were technically just her bodyguards, Brenna made sure to treat them as her friends. “So, how did Sylvie manage to get released from prison so early?” Brenna asked. Her curiosity got the best of her.

sentence. And if their family’s got the right connections, that will be even easier. That’s probably why she

thoughtful nod.

the middle of their meal, Jordy arrived, a sweet-looking young woman

missing Brenna, but he spotted Sylvie

and eagerly waved him over to their table. Jordy didn’t waste time on small talk. “So, how’d you manage

happens on

“Why does that even matter? I was falsely accused, and once the truth came out, they let me

about Jordy’s new status. He was no longer just another rich kid. He had worked his way into the city’s elite, powerful enough to make waves in

immediately returned to their past. Maybe, just maybe, the bond they once shared would be enough for Jordy to throw the Higgins family a lifeline—or even help them take on the Harper

charming smile. “Jordy, long time no see. You’ve changed a lot since we