The Phantom Heiress Rising From The Shadows

Once His Wife, Now His Rival 218 Chapter 218 Simply Repaying Us Would Suffice Mack's displeasure was evident, his brows knitting into a frown as he took in Brenna's amusement at the situation. His voice, tinged with sharpness, broke the silence. "Indeed," he said coldly. "Your current achievements owe everything to the Barrett family's endeavors. We've poured years of tand substantial resources into molding you into the figure you are today. Now, as the Harper family's daughter, you are swathed in status and privilege. We're not asking for grand gestures of repayment. Simply repaying us would suffice." His words dripped with condescension, more a demand than a request for a favor.

Mack continued, "Hurry up! I'm hungry and in dire need of a shower. We're giving you a chance to settle your debts-serve us sfood and provide clean clothes. Where's the bathroom? Also, clear a few rooms; we're staying here." His eyes roamed the opulent interior of the Harper residence, a stark contrast to the more modest Barrett family's house.

How did Brenna end up living amidst such luxury, attended by a fleet of servants? How had fortune so favored her? Ruby tilted her chin up, her smirk filled with arrogance. "Consider this repayment plan a favor. You should feel grateful." Alec, ever the diplomat compared to Mack's harshness, spoke in a softer tone. "Brenna, dear, we're famished. Could you please prepare something for us? Look at our plight; we have faced so much hardship. Bring out whatever delicacies you have-truffles, caviar, Iberian ham. Anything filling will do. And clothes? Something simple, yet tasteful, in the low five-figures range should suffice. We can't remain like this, a sight for sore eyes. Otherwise, we will beca laughingstock." In his view, his approach was nothing but a display of paternal affection.

Isabella watched silently from the sidelines, studying Brenna, well aware of her cold nature.

Mack, frustrated by Brenna's apparent indifference, snapped, "You heard us. Hurry up!" Brenna responded calmly, "Are you finished? If so, leave." Her expression was cold.

Ruby's anger flared instantly. "How can you be so heartless!" she hissed. "Can't you see we're in dire need We're left with nothing-no home, no means to survive. You're our last hope. And letremind you, this isn't merely charity. It's your opportunity to enhance the Harper family's reputation. I suggest you don't squander it." 00% 18:14 11 m < Chapter 21 Samply Repaying Us Would Buthira Brenna stood up with controlled elegance, her movement charged with key determination “oh, I remember your 'kindness' to me," she replied, her voice sharp as a blade "All those demands. When I didn't make the blueprints you were satisfied with, you letstarve. How many times did I plead while you looked away? Your hearts never wavered." Ruby recoiled under the weight of Brenna's words, her gaze darting away Alec and Mack, too embarrassed to meet Brenna's stare, turned their heads Ruby struggled to respond, finally blurting out, "That was all part of your training Without our guidance, would you have achieved so much? You ought to be grateful, not vindictive. Now, bring out sfood! We are starving here!" Her voice was urgent, her tone sharp.

She even barked at the servants, "Are you all deaf? Bring us sfood! Do you want to starve us to death? You can't afford the consequences; you know that, right?" The servants stood still. Julia glanced at Brenna, and since Brenna stayed silent, she and the other servants naturally ignored Ruby's orders. To them, they didn't work for these four.

Without another word, Julia simply motioned for the other servants to restheir tasks.

"Stop right there! Is this how you do your job? I'll fire every last one of you!" Ruby shouted.

Brenna gave Ruby a frosty look before signaling a security guard with a brisk gesture. "Darrell, please these m remove these individuals and ensure they are permanently banned from the premises. Inform the neighborhood patrol as well- they should no longer have access to the area. Such eyesores are truly intolerable."

Several security guards stormed in, unceremoniously dragging the four out. Ruby was the loudest in protest, throwing a full-blown tantrum-kicking, screaming, and even thrashing on the floor in refusal to leave.

Isabella, unable to hold back, tried to reason with Brenna, saying, "Even if we wronged you before, we're still your family. Look at how pitiful we are. Can't you sho show a bit of compassion? If you don't help us now, we'll end up on the streets. While you luxuriate in your mansion, your family suffers like beggars. Can your conscience bear that? You can't be that heartless and ungrateful!" Brenna laughed without humor, dismissing them with a flick of her wrist. She suddenly thought of something and said to the Barrett family members, "Ah, yes. I know where your family can go now." Ruby, momentarily halting her cries, looked at Brenna. "Where?" Brenna replied calmly, "Isabella is with Denis, isn't she? Seek refuge with him; he's bound to provide you with food and a place to stay. After all, it was Denis who orchestrated the deal that bankrupted the Barrett family. He owes you, doesn't he?" Win a chance to read for free!>>> GO NOW 18: