Chapter 4 - Chloe Desperately Tries To Deny The Obvious Truth
A hysterical laugh escaped Chloe’s throat as she clutched her pearl necklace like a lifeline against the rising tide of defeat.
“You expect me to believe a common maid is the legendary Sterling heiress everyone thought died in the fire?” she shrieked.
“The fire was engineered by your uncle to seize control of the global shipping ports in Seattle,” James explained flatly.
Elena stepped forward, her navy-blue uniform contrasting sharply with the opulent wealth of the surrounding marble pillars.
“My uncle didn't burn the past away completely. He left behind a witness who survived to reclaim every single share,” Elena said.
Chloe’s eyes darted frantically toward the massive double doors of the foyer, looking for any possible avenue of escape.
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“You won't get away with this! Security will throw you both out on the street right now!” Chloe threatened desperately.
James smiled coldly, pulling a heavy silver security override key from his pocket and holding it up in the light.
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