Reborn Heiress: Taking Back What Is Rightfully Hers!
Chapter 176: Annoyances

Chapter 176: Annoyances

Brianna couldn’t understand why, despite the bribes Hannah had given to the prison guards, they still placed her with a group of vicious women. Over the past six months, she had been forced to wash their clothes, serve them like a slave, and endured regular beatings.

If it hadn’t been for the thought of her children on the outside, Brianna might have lost her sanity long ago.

And all of this suffering was thanks to Robert and that wretched mistress!

"Mom, let’s go home... and start over," Hannah said, wiping the tears from her eyes. She had already prepared herself for the worst, knowing that her mother hadn’t had an easy time in prison. Every visit, Brianna’s mental state had seemed more and more fragile.

Brianna, still sobbing, got into Hannah’s car. The ride was silent, and when they arrived at their luxurious home, the emptiness of the grand villa hit Brianna hard. She broke down in tears, covering her mouth as she wept.

How things had changed! There was a time when Robert treated her like a treasure, never speaking a harsh word to her.

There was a time when their family was harmonious and happy, living each day in bliss.

But now, Brianna found herself ruined, having lost everything, from her status to her freedom, all because of the betrayal and deceit surrounding her.

And in her mind, the root of all this evil was Ella.

"Mom, you’ve suffered so much... It’s my fault. I couldn’t protect you," Hannah said, tears falling as she looked at her emaciated mother.

Brianna, her voice hoarse, struggled to breathe as she spoke. "Hannah, none of this is your fault... It’s that Ella! That little wretch must have orchestrated it all, making sure I was stuck with those filthy women in prison!"

Her eyes gleamed with a bloodthirsty light, a wave of madness and hatred washing over her.

"Mom, but now Ella has Eric, and she’s also gained Dad’s favor. How can we fight against her?" Hannah asked, her tears continuing to fall.

Brianna sneered. "Have you forgotten about Carter Group? They’re just as eager to get their hands on that little wretch’s shares. You need to find someone from Carter Group and work with them."

Hannah hesitated, unsure of what to say.

Brianna gripped Hannah’s hand tightly. "No matter what happens, we cannot let Ella or your ungrateful father get away with this!"

"Mom..." The intensity of Brianna’s hatred was so palpable it made Hannah’s heart race with fear.

After spending six months in prison, Brianna had become a woman filled with a dangerous, almost malevolent aura.

Hannah realized they needed to have a serious talk. After Brianna had taken a bath and calmed down, the two of them sat down to eat and began discussing their plans for survival and revenge.

As the weather warmed up, and the students had entered a frantic mode of studying and preparation for exams.

Yet Ella remained relaxed, as if no challenge was too difficult for her.

Her grades continued to improve, and her classmates began to see her as a miracle of their generation. After all, she had transformed from a spoiled and lazy heiress into a sharp and capable academic star, seemingly able to excel with ease.

In contrast, others had to study tirelessly, struggling to maintain their grades. Compared to Ella, their efforts seemed almost pitiful.

When Brianna’s call came through, Ella was having dinner with Eric at the Sapphire Shores Tavern.

She thought about it for a moment. Brianna had been out of prison for a little while now. What game was she trying to play this time?

"Ella, it’s Mom. I’ve been out of prison for a while now, and I haven’t seen you. I really miss you. If you have time tonight, how about we have dinner together?"

Brianna’s voice was soft and warm, but it only made Ella raise an eyebrow in disgust. This woman actually had the nerve to call herself "Mom"?

"Oh, it’s you, Auntie. I’ve been really busy with school, so I haven’t had time to go back for dinner. Sorry about that."

Ella’s tone was indifferent.

Brianna chuckled lightly. "How about we meet at a restaurant near your school for dinner, then?"

Ella’s voice turned cold. "I’m sorry, but I don’t have anything to discuss with you."

"Ella, how can you treat me like this?" Brianna’s voice was filled with pleading, a subtle sob making her sound like a heartbroken mother dealing with a rebellious daughter.

Ella couldn’t help but laugh at Brianna’s performance. This woman was only dangerous when she lost her temper; otherwise, she was no match for Ella.

"Brianna, stop pretending to be a loving mother. You poisoned my real mom to death. Sitting with a murderer like you would only upset her spirit. We’ve already torn off the masks, so could you please stop disgusting me?"

With that, Ella hung up the phone, completely fed up with Brianna’s deceitful act.

Seeing the dark look on Ella’s face, Eric gently patted her back. "Do you want me to handle this?"

His eyes were full of tender concern. Whenever he saw her unhappy, he wanted to step in and remove any obstacles in her way.

Ella shook her head, her expression hardening. "No need. I want to deal with my enemies myself."

There was a sense of determination in her voice, as if she was preparing for a grander confrontation.

"If you need anything or run into trouble, you know you can always count on me," Eric said, raising an eyebrow playfully. "Mr. Nelson is always at Davis Miss’s service!"

Ella couldn’t help but laugh, her mood instantly lifting. She playfully rolled her eyes at him. "Don’t worry, you won’t be left out of the action."

"Now, my dear wife, can we enjoy our dinner? Let’s not dwell on unpleasant things, okay?"

Eric, ever the thoughtful partner, brought a small spoonful of soup to her lips. "Drink more soup; the more hydrated a woman is, the better."

Ella felt a wave of exasperation. Eric was never without his mischievous streak.

"Eric, can you behave yourself for once?"

"I am behaving. It’s only in bed that I—"

"Get lost!"

...

They finished their dinner happily, and Brianna’s phone call didn’t dampen Ella’s spirits at all. In fact, she made a call to Mrs. Harris, asking her to return to the villa to look after Brianna.

Brianna was in desperate need of a servant now, and since Mrs. Harris had been "dismissed" by Ella earlier, Brianna wouldn’t be too suspicious of her.

After making the call, Ella and Eric left their private dining room. But as soon as they opened the door, they found several people waiting outside, all with bright smiles on their faces.

There were four of them in total—two men and two women.

Ella immediately recognized the middle-aged man as her uncle, Frank.

The middle-aged woman, naturally, was her aunt, Evelyn.

And the younger woman was Leah, while the young man was Max.

It seemed they could no longer hold back.

Ella pretended not to recognize them and gave Frank a cursory glance before turning to leave. But Frank quickly stepped forward to block her path.