The Phantom Heiress Rising From The Shadows

Chapter 29 How Should I Repay You

"Brenna, Brenna Ruby rushed toward frenna, her face stretched into an eager smile Afraid Brenna might brush past her, she reached out, gripping Brenna's arm to stop her Brenna, how can you just walk past me without a word? That's very impolite *

Brenna watched Ruby's exaggerated display with a blank expression. She had already anticipated this-Ruby was trying to cozy up to her now that the Mitchell family held her in high regard. Ruby was shamelessly attempting to use her as a stepping stone to get closer to the Mitchell family.

Unmoved, Brenna pressed her lips together into a thin line, unwilling to engage with Ruby

Ruby faltered for a moment, but for the sake of her family's future-and, more importantly, Isabella's chances of marrying into wealth-she swallowed her pride and pressed on.

"Mr. Mitchell," she continued in a sweet tone, "I heard what you said earlier. Look, Brenna's biological parents are from some poor, rural place. They have no money, no status-completely unworthy of being associated with you. But Brenna? She's so skilled in medicine, all thanks to our careful upbringing"

Ethan's face remained impassive, his expression as cold as ice. Since Brenna had chosen not to correct Ruby's

claims, he had no intention of doing it, either. He just remained silent.

A few feet away, Isabella subtly adjusted herself, brushing a few strands of hair over her shoulder, ensuring she looked her best. She stood poised, hoping Ethan's eyes would fall on her.

She kept her lips curved in a polite smile, careful not to appear rude.

Every so often, she stole glances at Ethan, hoping to catch even the slightest hint of admiration in his eyes.

And then, it happened-Ethan glanced in her direction. Her heart pounded, thrilled by the idea that he had finally noticed her. She straightened up, smiled dazzlingly, and even took a small step forward as if that would

bring her into his view more fully.

Ruby, oblivious to her daughter's efforts, was fully invested in talking to Brenna and Ethan.

"Brenna, don't go back to the Harper family. You've been with us for twenty years- you're used to our ways. Come back home, and I'll give you the best room and buy you the finest clothes. That way, you'll be a perfect match for Mr. Mitchell. You know the Harper family can't provide that for you. Besides, you've called me "Mom" for more than two decades-I'll even prepare a proper wedding gift for you, unlike your real parents, who probably can't even swing anything decent for you........"

"Mrs. Barrett, that won't be necessary. The Harper family treats me well. There's no need for any of that," Brenna said flatly, casually pulling her arm from Ruby's grasp and stepping back to create a deliberate distance

between them.

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Ruby's smile stiffened as Brenna took a step back Packed, she reached out again, desperate to gra arm "Oh, why are you calling me Mis Barrett? I'm your mother! Call me tom like you used to Wendy

aren't we?"

Brenna let out a cold chuckle "Family? Don't you think that's a huge word? You refused to send the town. made me stay home designing car parts to earn money for you, and treated me like free labour and room y have the audacity to call us a family?"

Watching the exchange, Ethan recalled the previous day-Brenna in cheap clothes worth barely two hundred dollars, while Isabella flaunted herself in high-end designer attire.

It was obvious how the Barrett family had exploited Brenna before. Now, they were desperately trying onto her because she had value to them.

Disgusted, Ethan stepped forward, positioning himself between Brenna and Ruby "We have things to do," be said coldly. "We'll be leaving now."

Ruby forced another ingratiating smile, sensing Ethan's displeasure but refusing

to give up. "Mr. Mitchell, Brenna was raised by us. If you're planning to marry her, shouldn't you get our consent first? I've been Brenna's mother for over two decades. How can you be so rude to me? Apologize to me, and I'll let

Ethan glared at her. "You have the nerve to say you raised Brenna?"

Ruby snorted and replied, "of course! If I hadn't been so strict with her, how would she have become who she is today? Without me, would she even know medicine? Could she have treated your grandfather? She only these skills thanks to me. Or are you suggesting she magically learned everything overnight after moving in with the Harper family? Let's be real-I raised her, and she has helped your family. My contributions can't be ignored."

Ruby lifted her chin with defiance and arrogance. There was no way she would let Brenna sever ties with the Barrett family now that Brenna had secured a good relationship with the Barrett family

She turned to Brenna expectantly. "Am I wrong? Didn't I raise you? Shouldn't you be grateful to me?"

Brenna let out a quiet laugh. "You're right. I should be grateful and repay you. Tell me, how should I repay you?"

Ruby's expression softened slightly. "That's more like it."

Brenna's expression remained icy. She had no intention of maintaining any connection with the Barrett family. "Mrs. Barrett, over the years, I've made billions for the Barrett family. Without me, your business would still be a small workshop barely worth a few hundred thousand. The Barrett family has achieved everything they have now thanks to me. If we're talking about repayment, I'd say I've already given you more than enough. When I walked out of your house yesterday, I made it clear-we're even."

After saying that, she stepped into the elevator,noveldrama

Ruby called after her desperately, "Brenna, don't say that! No matter what, you'll always be my daughter!"

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