?Chapter 1289:


    “Ethan, you’re really giving Brenna shares?” Rosie asked, incredulous. “Do you realize what that means? With more shares, Brenna could sway thepany’s decisions!”


    Ethan didn’t so much as nce at Rosie, fully aware of her motives. “I’m well aware of that,” he said coolly. “And I don’t need your reminders.”


    Rosie’s spirits sank, utterly deted. Ethan knew the whole truth, yet he was still willing to give more shares to Brenna.


    Why?


    Why was she left empty-handed, forced to w for what should rightfully be hers, while Brenna received everything with such ease?


    The unfairness stung deeply.


    Rosie sank into a chair, casting a nce at Tessa, who, uncharacteristically, held her tongue, as if oblivious to the drama unfolding before her.


    “Let me take care of that for you,” Ethan said, slipping on disposable gloves and deftly peeling shrimp for Brenna.


    Brenna’s face lit up with a radiant smile. “Thank you,” she replied.


    Ethan sought to put Brenna at ease. “Don’t worry about the shares,” he reassured her. “You purchased them fair and square. They’re yours, legally and rightfully. I won’t reim them. Pay no mind to others’ chatter.”


    Rosie felt the sting of Ethan’s words, as though they were aimed squarely at her, using her of meddling.


    She felt aggrieved and said, “Ethan, I had no intention of causing harm. I am sorry. It was just a misunderstanding. Please don’t be upset.”


    Ethan nodded in response. “Alright.” He then set the peeled shrimp on Brenna’s te, sparking a twinge of jealousy in Rosie.


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    Even after years of marriage to Maxley, Rosie had never received such tender care from him. Their union had always been one of practicality, not affection.


    Now, she worked tirelessly, fearing that if she lost her wealth, Maxley would abandon her.


    Ethan’s demeanor remained impassive, showing no sign of softening toward Rosie.


    Desperate, Rosie turned to Brenna, her voice pleading. “Brenna, please don’t be mad. I wasn’t trying to cause trouble. I only spoke out of concern that you might lose those shares someday. I was just looking out for you.”


    “Really? It sounds more like you think I don’t deserve them,” Brenna replied sharply, her tone cutting through Rosie’s excuses.


    Rosie’s eyes darted to Tessa, who finally broke her silence. “Come now, let’s not bicker over such a trifling matter,” Tessa said gently. “Rosie’s already said sorry.”


    With a bright tone, Brenna said, “I’ve epted her apology. She should have weighed her words more carefully. Honestly, she never used to be this reckless. I can’t figure out what’s gotten into hertely. Some might say she’s jealous of how well things are going for me.”


    A twist of difort ran through Tessa as she caught the sharp edge in Brenna’s voice aimed at Rosie.


    Meeting Brenna’s gaze, Tessa responded firmly, “Rosie’s been through so much, and sometimes, she just says the wrong thing. She’s only looking out for you and trying to steer you clear of trouble. You’ve always had the upper hand as her older cousin and Harper Group’s heiress. Let it go. Don’t make this bigger than it needs to be.”


    Tessa’s thoughts drifted to how Brenna always seemed to belittle Rosie, as if she wanted to stand against her at every turn.


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