The Real Heiress Rules the World

Chapter 197 Samantha Throws Herself at Him

When Samantha heard that, a flicker of hesitation flashed in her eyes. Things hadn’t been going well for her at school lately–she’d been hitting roadblocks. everywhere.

If she could marry Mason and become the wife of the Hawthorne family’s head, her status would skyrocket overnight. At that point, the Rivers family would be the ones begging to be in her good graces.

That thought sparked a burning wave of jealousy and resentment inside her. Why should Sloane be the one to marry Mason? Mason was supposed to be hers!

Still, she kept her expression calm and said lightly, “I didn’t really mean to fight with Mom and Dad. It’s just… what they said that day really hurt me.”

“I know you didn’t mean it. And they don’t blame you either,” Adrian said as he reached out and gently patted her head. In his heart, he was relieved. His sweet little sister was finally back.

“Really?” Samantha beamed, then threw herself into his arms. “You’re the best brother in the world.”

That afternoon, Helen came to see her. Since Adrian had already been by, Samantha greeted her warmly and apologized right away. “Mom, I’m sorry. I know I upset you and Dad. I didn’t mean the things I said that day—I was just angry. I really do love you both.”

Seeing her admit her mistake, Helen let the past go. She quickly told Samantha the big news about Mason returning to the country.

Helen said as she patted Samantha’s shoulder. “You’re the one we want as the next

she always used to. “Don’t worry, Mom. Once I win Mason over, the first thing I’ll do is

my good girl,” Helen said, full

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plans for the night. She handed Samantha a hotel key

went all out getting ready. She put on a sleek black dress that hugged every curve, applied flawless makeup, and looked drop–dead gorgeous. As she stood in front of the

the room key, she walked in without issue. The room

fragrance. But she

over to the bed,

moment he saw Samantha on

you doing here?” he asked

seductively, her voice soft and

to see you… catch up

moved closer, pressing her curves against him. Her