The Phantom Heiress Rising From The Shadows

Chapter 86 Apologize To

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Brenna endured the entire evening in elegant attire and high heels, maintaining a courteous smile throughou

Ethan was a constant presence at her side, often stepping in to drink for her.

Despite his attentiveness, Brenna remained distant, skeptical of his motives and livening with to jaye

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charming yet not to be trusted. She doubted the sincerity of Ethan's interest, suspecting if win maraty

superficial.

She adopted a cold demeanor, deliberately keeping Ethan at arm's length and avoiding conversation with Him

Ethan, for his part, was not upset. Throughout the evening, he patiently sought a chance to explain himself ta

her.

As the event drew to a close, guests started to leave. Shepard, Giselle, and their sons were at the doorway

saying their goodbyes.

With the hall emptying, Brenna finally seized the opportunity to relax and have something to eat.

Her hunger had reached its peak.

No sooner had she began her meal than two figures approached. Turning, Brenna saw Sylvie and Vivian, both

exquisitely attired.

Their arrival jogged her memory; she had almost forgotten they were attendees.

Rosie was also dining at the same large round table. She offered a warm smile to Brenna and said, "Brema,

Sylvie and Vivian came here specifically to offer you their apologies."

Brenna struggled to remember any wrongdoing by them. She wasn't one to harbor resentments; she preferred

to address conflicts on the spot.

"Why exactly are they apologizing to me?" Brenna only gave them a fleeting look before returning to her meal.

Sylvie, observing Brenna's dismissive demeanor, bristled with annoyance. Brenna's lack of regard for her audi her family irked her. Even though Brenna was from the powerful Harper family, her family was equally influential in Shirie. She thought to herself that if Brenna continued to look down on her, she would make

sure

she regretted it.

Despite her irritation, Sylvie maintained a charming smile. She was aware that Brenna's potential role within the Harper family would likely eclipse that of Rosie's, granting her significant sway in the Harper Group's dealings.

She understood the dangers of crossing Brenna, whose reputation for merciless tactics could spell wouble for

her family.

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Alec and Ruby scrutinized Brenna meticulously. After two decades of living with Brenna, they were adept at

interpreting her facial expressions.

Brenna's current aloofness and disdain were unmistakable. Throughout her life, whether faced with reprimands or corporal punishment, she had always maintained a resolute silence.

To the couple, Brenna's cold demeanor had become familiar, hardly warranting a second thought. Yet, at the dinner table with the Harpers, they felt sidelined as the family engaged either amongst themselves or with their meals, paying little heed to them.

They were the ones who had played significant roles in Brenna's upbringing, yet they had encountered a cold

reception.

Throughout the banquet, the Barrett family trio had stayed close to the Harpers. Whenever the Harpers introduced Brenna to other wealthy families, Alec and Ruby eagerly greeted them, introducing themselves, but the wealthy guests treated them with cold indifference.

It felt as though they were being looked down on.

It was downright disrespectful!

Did the Harpers not appreciate them for rasing their daughter?

The Harper family members' patience dwindled, and their smiles hardened. Inwardly, they condemned the Harper family, wishing they could tell everyone about how ungrateful they were.

"Brenna," Ruby said once more, her smile vanished, her patience at an end. Yet, Brenna still dismissed her with

a cold expression.

Ruby's anger surged. "Brenna!"

She nudged Brenna, her irritation evident. She exclaimed, "Are you even listening? How can you be so indifferent? We raised you! Without us, you wouldn't have lived to this day. How can you treat us like this?"

Alec's patience had also evaporated. He fully supported Ruby's outburst. In his view, not only was Brenna's behavior reprehensible, but the Harpers' arrogant display of wealth and condescending attitude towards his family also compounded the insult.

Mack, who had previously been standing quietly behind them, finally voiced his frustration, saying, "Brenna, we've come to you for help. Just because the Barrett family doesn't match the Harpers in power doesn't mean you can ignore us. You are being so ungrateful!"

"You're calling me ungrateful?" Brenna responded coldly, confronting him directly. "Why do you think that?

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Sylvie said, "During the horse race event, we acted inappropriately, thinking you weren't truly a Harper, just an opportunist. We believed our actions were justified at that time. However, we were wrong about your status. We sincerely regret the misunderstanding and hope you can forgive us."

Vivian, too, observed Brenna's lack of response to them, her dissatisfaction growing.

With visible frustration, Vivian said, "We're apologizing to you sincerely. Why are you being so dismissive?"

Brenna continued eating gracefully. After she finished, she said, "Your apologies aren't necessary. You've already faced consequences for your previous actions. If there's nothing more, I'd appreciate if you'd leave. Our paths are unlikely to cross much in the future."

Her response was direct, with little concern for their feelings.

Rosie, witnessing the exchange, disapproved of Brenna's curt dismissal. She said, "Brenna, that's too harsh. They're offering a sincere apology. You should accept it gracefully. To truly be a part of high society, you cannotnoveldrama

afford to be so blunt. I think you owe them an apology now."

Brenna's lips twisted sardonically, her tone cutting as she said to Rosie, "Are you suggesting the fault lies with me for not forgiving them?"

The three shared a look, realizing Brenna's determination was immovable. Sylvie, ever the diplomat, said, "Miss Harper, we truly regret our actions. This setting isn't ideal for apologies. How about we meet at the Imperial Bar tomorrow and talk? Does that work for you?"

Brenna saw through their intentions. They were clearly eager to set up a trap for her.

Brenna was no stranger to a challenge. With a business meeting with a client from Norview already scheduled in that bar the next day, she believed she had time to find out what Sylvie and Vivian were up to.

"Okay, I'll see you tomorrow afternoon," Brenna agreed nonchalantly.

Sylvie's smile was restrained, her eyes cold. "We'll be there waiting. Don't be late. We promise to make it up to

you," she said.

Once Sylvie and Vivian had secured Brenna's attendance, they soon departed.

At last, seeing their opportunity, Alec and Ruby quickly took the seats next to Brenna, while Mack, without a chair, stood behind them.

With an overly ingratiating grin, Alec said to Brenna, "Brenna, what luck you've had! Leaving our esteemed Barrett family to join the prestigious Harpers. We're all so proud of you, especially after hearing about your win

at the horse race."

Ruby said, "It's amazing, Brenna. After all these years of raising you, I had no clue you had such a talent for horseback riding. You're incredibly skilled." Brenna, who had never received genuine kindness from them when she had been living with the Barrett family, found their current fawning unbearable. "Cut to the chase-what do you want?" she said coldly.

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You better explain yourself clearly."

Overcome with exasperation, Mack grabbed a chair and sat down to talk to her.

"Remember, it was our Barrett family who raised you. We provided everything- your meals, your clothes... Now that you're in a better situation, you owe us for raising you. Your indifference is offensive. It's time for you to repay us for raising you," Mack said.

Hearing Mack's bold assertion, which conveniently omitted the hardships Brenna had faced under their care, the Harper family members set aside their utensils and fixed the Barretts with hostile looks.

The intensity of their stares caused Alec and Ruby to shift uncomfortably, with Ruby instinctively hiding behind

Alec.

Brenna's disdain was evident as she retorted, "You have the audacity to say something like that? Consider the

life I endured. Despite my talents in design, you forced me to abandon my studies

to contribute financially to the family. I was just a child, yet I had to be a servant in your home-did my feelings ever matter to you?"

Her tone grew sharper, her gaze colder. "When I didn't do things well, you beat me, scolded me, denied me food, and locked me in a dark room. Do you know how I survived that?" she said.

She looked at the Barrett family with utter contempt and continued, "You want me to repay you for raising me? Haven't I already done that with all the money I earned for you? Everything you enjoy the big house, your luxury lifestyle-wasn't it all funded by my hard work? I've paid back any debt to you long ago." Shepard's countenance drained of color as his anger surged. He fixed a cold gaze on the Barrett family and exclaimed, "Leave now! Your invitation was a courtesy due to your role in raising our daughter. However, your actions today reveal only your greed. Seeking more compensation? We already spared you the humiliation of a public dismissal earlier to preserve your dignity. Yet you dare to ask for more? How audacious!"

Giselle's fury matched Shepard's. She said, "Learning of the hardships our daughter endured with you is devastating. It was a gesture of our goodwill that we haven't sought vengeance or sought to expose you Today's invitation was an act of grace, acknowledging your past with Brenna. Don't mistake our kindness for weakness. The networking opportunities you've had today should be considered as repayment. Our family owes you nothing now. You should leave."

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