The Phantom Heiress Rising From The Shadows novel Chapter 31

Chapter 31 She Is Being So

Inconsiderate

Brenna surveyed the assortment of clothes before her. None of them interested her. During her years with the Barretts, new clothes had been a rarity, but she had never minded. Her time had been consumed by studying and sketching designs for the family, leaving little room for such concerns.

Now that she finally had the freedom to choose, Rosie had already taken the finest selections. A flicker of annoyance passed through Brenna. She would rather walk away empty–handed than settle for leftovers

Rosie, smug with satisfaction, caught the subtle shift in Brenna’s demeanor. Her plan had worked–Brenna was clearly displeased.

What did it matter if Ethan had personally escorted Brenna back? She still managed to make Brenna feel upset

Rosie was determined to make sure Brenna felt unhappy.

Sliding up beside her, Rosie looped her arm through Brenna’s with a show of warmth. Feigning an apologetic look, she said, “Brenna, I saw these clothes and figured you wouldn’t mind if I picked out a few for myself first. You don’t mind, do you?”

She gestured to the remaining outfits and added, “There’s still plenty left for you. You won’t hold it against me for picking some clothes first, right?”

The store’s selection was undoubtedly high–end, and Rosie’s taste was different from Brenna’s. But even though there were still some elegant pieces left that Brenna liked, she had no interest in getting what was left

With a faint smile, Brenna eased her arm away, putting space between them. “I don’t mind,” she replied. Rosie’s satisfaction deepened at the sight of Brenna’s restrained irritation. She had gotten to her. The clothes she had chosen were the most luxurious of the lot–not because she loved them but because she wanted to

make a stance.

“Go ahead and pick something,” she said, her tone dripping with false generosity.

Giselle approached, her expression tinged with guilt. She had known it was unfair to let Rosie choose first, but Rosie’s enthusiasm had made it difficult to deny her. Besides, she didn’t want Rosie to feel overlooked just because Brenna was now part of the family.

So, she had allowed Rosie to choose first, a pang of guilt tugging at her for Brenna.

Caught in the middle, she said cautiously, “Brenna, go ahead and pick a few. These are all the latest styles this

year.”

ere’s no need. The clothes my friend Brenna’s faint smile barely concealed the disappointment in her eyes. “There’s no brought over yesterday are more than enough for me. When I was with the Barretts, I only had two outfits. Now,

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Chapter 31 She is Being So Inconsiderate

I have more than I ever did back then, and that’s enough for me

But Giselle wasn’t convinced. Before she could say anything. Rosie spoke, sounding aggrieved. “Brenna, are you upset just because 1 picked first? I couldn’t help myself when I gaw these. I only chose a few, but if it bothers you, I’ll put them back.”

Tears gathered in her eyes as she hesitated, then reluctantly returned the clothes she had taken, acting as if it pained her to do so

When she turned back to Brenna, her tears had already begun to fall. “It’s fine, Brenna Mom wants you to have

the first pick. I won’t take anything–it’s all yours

Rosie’s tears were just for show, and inwardly, she reveled in satisfaction. She never cared about the clothes

She only wanted to annoy Brenna

Brenna was visibly irritated by Rosie’s antics. “There’s no need,” she said coldly. Her expression turned even frostier. “If you want them, keep them. I won’t take any of them.”