Reborn Heiress: Taking Back What Is Rightfully Hers!
Chapter 162: Clearing the Connection

Chapter 162: Clearing the Connection

After what felt like an eternity, Hannah finally stopped crying, and Brianna slowly opened her eyes.

She had been so furious that she felt on the verge of spitting blood, which is why she had lashed out so violently. Brianna feared that if she didn’t let it out, she might really go mad or collapse from the stress.

"Robert! Don’t ever show your face in front of me again, or I... I’ll make sure you regret it!" Brianna spat through gritted teeth, her eyes filled with a deadly intent that made Hannah shudder.

Hannah didn’t dare say anything, only trembled slightly and clung tightly to Brianna’s hand. Both mother and daughter understood that their future was bleak, and the hope of a bright tomorrow was nothing but a distant dream.

Meanwhile, Ella had just finished a satisfying meal when she received an angry call from Chloe. Chloe’s voice boomed through the phone, "Ella! You’re so lucky to be alive today! You should be thanking that ’First Poisonous Woman of High Society,’ Brianna! Thanks to her so-called mercy, you’re still breathing! I was in tears just thinking about it!"

Chloe couldn’t fathom how Ella, a girl who had grown up without parental love, had managed to survive under the thumb of such a vicious woman like Brianna.

Chloe herself had been showered with love and affection since birth, a stark contrast to Ella’s harsh upbringing.

Ella smiled softly, a cold glint flashing in her eyes. Brianna’s day of reckoning had finally arrived! She was only halfway through her meal when Eric received a call from his associates, informing him that the post had gone live on the forum.

At that moment, she knew how furious the netizens would be!

She deliberately avoided reading the comments, choosing instead to enjoy the rest of her dinner with Eric, grateful for his support and affection.

Without Eric’s help, she wouldn’t have been able to exact her revenge so smoothly. After all, it required resources and trusted people.

"Chloe, I saw it too, but I spoke with a lawyer. The evidence is gone, so it will be difficult to convict Brianna," Ella said softly.

Chloe was so angry she nearly burst a blood vessel, cursing loudly on the other end of the line.

"That wretched Brianna, that poisonous woman! Ella, I just want to get rid of her to help you vent your anger!"

Ella chuckled, "Chloe, don’t be angry. She’ll get what’s coming to her. Just wait and see!"

Chloe sighed heavily, sniffling as she spoke, "Ella, you must have been abused by Brianna when you were living with them, right? Why did you always say they treated you well? Boo-hoo..."

"Alright, stop crying. I’ll be home soon, and we can talk all about it."

"Okay, I’ll wait for you," Chloe replied, hanging up. Eric raised an eyebrow, a hint of displeasure in his voice. "So you’re in a hurry to go back to Chloe, and not stay with me?"

"No, of course not. I’m with you right now, aren’t I?" Ella replied with a radiant smile, her expression as bright and clear as the moon.

"Robert really fell into your trap. He was so desperate to clear his name in front of the netizens and rush into a divorce with Brianna, afraid she’d drag him down with her. After all, he knew what was going on at the time."

Eric chuckled coldly as he gently ran his fingers through her long hair.

Ella nodded, taking a small sip of her lemon juice. "Men like Robert are driven by passion and self-interest. Naturally, he chose Emily. Even though she’s a mistress, at least she has never been involved in any scandals or poisoned anyone!"

Eric lifted Ella’s perfect chin and planted a firm kiss on her cheek. "My girl is so clever. You’ve got him all figured out!"

Ella playfully teased, "With how smart I am, Mr. Nelson, don’t I deserve a reward?"

Eric chuckled softly and leaned in with a warm smile. "How about a sweet kiss as a reward?"

Ella scoffed lightly, "Hmph, that’s not very sincere!"

"Oh? And what would be sincere? Perhaps I should serve you in bed?" Eric’s smile turned mischievous, his lips curling into an enticing grin.

Ella huffed in frustration. "Eric, you have such thick skin!"

He laughed heartily. "If it weren’t thick, how would I survive?"

Eric vividly remembered his college days abroad when he was falsely accused of theft. The bullying and ostracism he faced were significant, but his cleverness helped him expose those responsible. Those people had been sent by James, and until he was vindicated, he suffered greatly. If his skin hadn’t been thick, he might have ended up like his mother, who had tragically committed suicide.

"Eric, can’t you ever say something serious?" Ella asked, exasperated.

"What serious words? Do you want me to flatter you?" Eric continued to smile playfully, his breath warm against her ear, making her shiver with sensitivity.

"Eric! Can’t you think about something other than that?" Ella snapped.

"What ’that’ are you talking about? Little girl, what do you mean?" Eric feigned confusion, his teasing grin deepening.

Ella’s cheeks flushed with embarrassment, and with a squeal, she jumped up and playfully punched Eric!

Eric quickly dodged her and started running around the tree, with Ella chasing after him. Laughter echoed around them as they played.

Finally, Ella managed to grab hold of Eric’s shirt and, taking advantage of his pause, wrapped her arms around him from behind.

"Got you! Are you going to run now? Huh? Are you?" Ella asked, laughing heartily.

"I won’t run, I’ll accept whatever punishment my wife gives!" Eric turned around obediently. "Or maybe I should serve my wife instead! How about that? It’s pretty thrilling out here in the wild..."

"Eric, your mind is full of naughty thoughts! I’m not doing that!" Ella protested.

"I’ll do it!" Eric grinned, wrapping one arm around her waist and the other around her head.

"You wouldn’t dare!"

Ella puffed up her cheeks in mock anger.

Eric let out a cold chuckle, then, with an air of authority, pinned her against the maple tree. "From now on, whenever you see this tree in the classroom, you’ll think of me..."

Before he could finish, he leaned in and kissed her deeply.

Ella’s face flushed crimson, her breath coming in short, rapid bursts. The fluttering of a young girl’s heart was always wild and sweet...

After the laughter, silence fell over them. Down the hill, Mark and the others exchanged glances, awkwardly scratching their noses. Mark lazily chuckled, "Wow, who would’ve thought our boss could actually have fun and joke around with a woman!"

Another assistant, Michael, smiled lightly. "In love, any man can turn into a child—unpredictable and capricious. Of course, the same goes for women!"

The group shared a hearty laugh, reflecting on the moment.

Though Eric had been around women before, it was rare, and to them, it never seemed genuine. He had spent his time abroad focusing intensely on studying, negotiating with clients, and starting a business with his friends like Richard.

Mark and Michael had worked with Eric for three years and had never seen him bring a woman home. The women who clung to Eric were usually just looking to use him for publicity, but their boss couldn’t be bothered with such trivial matters.

Perhaps because of the hardships he had faced, Eric deeply understood that even those actresses were pitiful in their own way. To make it in the industry, they not only had to create buzz but also had to endure the pressures of the casting couch.

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