The Phantom Heiress Rising From The Shadows novel Chapter 74

Chapter 74 You Really Didn’t Hold Back

At the Barrel family’s residence.

Ruby and isabella exited the car, their hands weighed down with numerous shopping bags. Unable to carry them

all, they called for a servant to help them.

A servant quickly approached, drying her hands on her apron, and peered into the living room before offering a cautious heads–up. “Mrs. Barrett, Miss Barrett, just to let you know, Mr. Barrett has just returned, and he seems quite upset it might be wise to be careful around him,” she said.

Ruby dismissed the concern with a wave. “That’s nothing. His mood has been off due to work stress recently,

Just bring these bags inside for us,” she said.

Isabella had several bags containing jewelry, handbags, and dresses. Her face was beaming with joy. It was the first time since returning to the Barrett family that she had indulged herself so freely, spending over a million

dollars on luxury brands and jewelry she had never owned before.

Eagerly, she asked, “Mom, do you know if there’s something wrong at Dad’s company?”

Even though the Barrett family was facing some challenges, Isabella didn’t consider it to be anything serious. She trusted her father’s and brother’s abilities to manage the company. She had briefly tried working at the

company but found the effort too exhausting, choosing instead to stay home and just enjoy her life.

Only a few days ago, she had joined a horse–riding club, paying a million dollars for the membership.

She had been attending daily and had already become quite skilled.

Ruby, who was more attuned to the gravity of the situation, let out a sigh and replied, “Ever since Brenna left, the company has struggled to attract good orders. We still need to pay the workers‘ salaries, which total

millions each month. Your father’s hair is turning gray from all the stress. Even your brother has been

contacting clients himself to secure orders.”

Isabella casually replied with an “Oh“, hardly giving the matter any thought. She was confident that the Barrett family was wealthy enough that her spending wouldn’t pose a problem for her father or brother.

Just then, the servant interjected, “Mrs. Barrett, Miss Barrett, please be mindful. Mr. Barrett asked about your whereabouts earlier, and upon learning of your shopping, he was quite displeased, remarking that you seem to think money grows on trees.”

Ruby’s face clouded over. She said, “I see. Please take the bags upstairs discreetly and ensure he doesn’t see

‘them.”

However, upon entering the house, Ruby and Isabella were immediately met by Alec’s stern look. “Going shopping again? My card was charged 1.8 million dollars today. You really didn’t hold back! This kind of

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spending will bankrupt us eventually!” he exclaimed

Caught off guard, Isabella bit her lip, suddenly feeling the weight of her actions. The bags of luxury items seemed overly extravagant now.

Ruby quickly nodded to the servant. “Take the bags upstairs quickly.”

She then began to confront Alec. “Why are you raising your voice like that? What’s the issue with us spending I’ve always shopped like this, and it never bothered you before. What has changed today? We just spent

ver a million dollars. When did our family ever start worrying about such a small amount? You’re ups ng Isabella! After everything she endured living away, isn’t she entitled to a few luxuries now that she’s home? Don’t be so stingy!”

Alec, stunned by her response, sank onto the couch, releasing a deep sigh as he looked at Ruby and Isabella.

He said in a serious tone, “Do you grasp the severity of our company’s situation? Since Brenna left, we’ve lost

all our confirmed orders, and our sales team has failed to secure new ones. Our factory has been shut down for

almost a month.”

Ruby was aware that the company had been struggling recently. Every night at the dinner table, her husband

and son would discuss different ways to resolve the situation.