The Phantom Heiress Rising From The Shadows novel Chapter 52

Chapter 52 Get Ready To Be Kicked Out Of The Harpe…

Ernst’s grip on the pen was so tight that his knuckles turned pale under the strain.

He turned to look at Brenna and said bitterly, “Happy now? You’ve won. I have to step down as the Vice President and forfeit five percent of my shares in the Harper Group,”

Deep down, it wasn’t that he doubted Brenna’s identity–he simply couldn’t stomach what he saw as her

insatiable greed.

However, if he had to pay such a high price for targeting Brenna, he felt it wasn’t worth it.

He was hesitant to sign this.

Brenna looked at him in silence, a cold look on her face. When she saw his hesitation, she snorted and said, “You don’t want to give up the status and luxury that come with being a Harper, huh?”

Rosie, unaware of the full details of the agreement, instantly sensed something was wrong from Ernst’s reaction. She grabbed a copy from his hand, scanning the terms. The moment she reached the section concerning herself, her voice rang out in protest, sharp with outrage. “Why should I lose my shares and be cut off from my allowance if I lose the bet?”

If this agreement were enforced and she lost the bet, she would have no further claim to the Harper family’s wealth. Every privilege she had enjoyed would be stripped away.

Her future would rest entirely on her own abilities.

That was unacceptable!

“Grandpa, Grandma!” She hurriedly handed the document to Luther. “Look at this! Uncle Shepard and Aunt Giselle are being completely unreasonable. What right do they have to take everything from me?”

She couldn’t accept it–losing everything she had was out of the question.

Luther read the agreement carefully. After a while, he spoke, his tone firm. “This agreement is fair. This is exactly how it should be. You were quick to argue that Brenna is an adult and doesn’t need financial support from the family. But you are an adult, too, aren’t you? Plus, you’ve been working for two years. You shouldn’t need financial support, from the family, either. This is final. Regardless of how this wager plays out, all allowances for adults in this family will be discontinued.”

Turning to Ernst, he said icily, “Sign it.”

Ernst hesitated briefly but ultimately pressed the pen to paper, signing all three copies with such force that the paper nearly tore.

Despite her unwillingness, Rosie had no choice but to sign as well.

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Chapter 57 Get Ready To Be Kicked Out Of The Harper family

Later that evening, Brenna returned to her room. After taking a shower, she settled at her desk, turning on her computer to continue working on a design. There was still an issue with the cargo ship’s advanced power system, it needed refining

As she concentrated on her work, a knock sounded at the door. Without turning to look, she called out, “Come

in

Assuming it was a servant delivering a late–night snack, she added absentmindedly. “No need to bring me snacks anymore. I’m not exactly a huge fan of them.*

A scoff broke the silence, followed by Rosie’s mocking voice. “Already diving into your design? How ambitious. But it’s pointless. I’ve seen what you designed for the Barrett family before–it was awful. The Harper Group’s design competition attracts top–tier professionals from all over the world. Do you seriously think you can win

first place? You’ll be lucky to even get an honorable mention.”

Earlier, she had fretted over the possibility of Brenna actually winning, but Ernst had reassured her. And now, standing here, she realized her concerns were ridiculous. Brenna simply lacked the talent.

Even though she had signed the agreement, it didn’t matter.

And if, by some miracle, Brenna’s work showed potential, she could always manipulate the results to ensure

Brenna lost.

One way or another, Brenna would never have a chance to succeed.

Rosie’s eyes flicked toward Brenna’s computer screen, her lips curling in disdain. The design was entirely

unrelated to automobiles.

She leaned in for a closer look, but before she could make out the details, Brenna snapped the laptop shut.

Brenna turned to Rosie and said, “Oh? From what I know, you majored in finance and management. You know nothing about design. If anyone’s bound to fail, it’s you.”

Rosie had already prepared for the competition. There were numerous design experts in the country, and she had saved up enough money over the years. A little expenditure, and she could easily purchase the best design

available.

Of course, she needed to keep this a secret. She had already discreetly reached out to some top designers in

the country.

Rosie said, “You seem concerned about me, but I’ve picked up more than you think. Our family’s automotive industry is booming, so I’ve privately learned some design skills. I’m much more skilled than you, Brenna. Get ready to be kicked out of the Harper family.”

Brenna’stared at Rosie with a calm expression. “Why did you say that? Even if I don’t win, I won’t be kicked out of the Harper family. That is not in the terms.”

Rosie’s words carried an undercurrent of something suspicious. Brenna met her gaze and saw the calculating

look in her eyes.