Rising from the Ashes The Heiress They Tried to Erase Novel

Chapter 1232 Chapter 1234: Roland gave a small nod, his gaze steady. He brushed a hand over the badge pinned neatly to his chest, a quiet reminder of his profession, and said, "Kiley is clearly stirring up attention to lure you and Maia into that event. It smells like a setup, and I'd rather be there to keep an eye on things." "You're absolutely right. It's a trap, no doubt about it.

Still, Maia is determined to attend, so I'm going with her." Pattie met his sharp gaze and added, "I'm half tempted to hire you and sue every single person spreading those ridiculous rumors." Then her expression brightened as she tugged on his arm. "But before that, we need food. Come on, lunch is on me. We can't face a scandal on empty stomachs." Without missing a beat, she continued, "Once we're done eating, we'll head straight to the gala with Maia. I've already called in a few friends from the press to capture her arrival.

That way, everyone online will see she has nothing to hide." Her words made Roland pause for a moment. Though her tone carried a playful edge, the faint tension in her grip betrayed what she didn't say. Beneath that composed exterior, she was furious. There was no mistaking it. She wasn't pretending this time. Across town, the lunch bell rang through MCN. Employees poured out of their cubicles, some slowing when they noticed the pair standing by the elevator. Several exchanged wary glances before stepping aside and gathering in a small circle to whisper. "Wait. Did I just see Ms.

Miller with someone?" "They actually look good together. I've never seen her link arms with anyone before." "Who is that man? He looks familiar. I swear I've seen him on television." "Looks like every famous face in Wront showed up today. It almost feels like the city is hosting a red-carpet event. Did you see the news? Even Silas Court, the award-winning actor, is in town." "Wait a second, that guy sounds familiar.

it's finally happening," Silas whispered, a faint smile forming. "Your music captivates me, but fate decided we'd stand on opposite sides." Truthfully, Maia had fascinated him for a long time. She was an artist he deeply respected, yet could never fully understand. A woman who had made headlines the moment she stepped out of prison, a name Raegan had quietly marked for removal, Maia was anything but ordinary. . . .