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.

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

worry, Mom. Once I win Mason over, the first thing I’ll do is have him

Helen

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night. She

on a sleek black dress that hugged every curve, applied flawless makeup, and looked drop–dead gorgeous. As she stood in front of the mirror, she gave herself a confident smile, then headed

walked in

a man, Mason used way too much fragrance. But she pushed the thought

over to the

Mason stepped in. The moment he saw Samantha on the bed, his eyes didn’t flicker with surprise or desire–instead,

you doing here?” he asked flatly,

voice soft and

to see you…

moved closer, pressing her curves against him. Her voice