Reborn From Ashes novel Chapter 460

At that moment, Charlotte, Julia, and Anna all wore grim expressions as they stared at Hayden.

Their gazes were laced with emotion—shame, guilt, regret, and anger. They had come with hope, seeking his help. But what did they get in return?

A brutal humiliation.

They were left utterly disgraced.

As ladies of the prestigious Sterling family, they had their own pride. But now, Hayden's words had stripped them of every ounce of dignity, leaving them humiliated beyond measure.

"If you're not going to leave, I can always chat with you a little longer." Hayden arched a brow, his tone laced with mockery.

"We're leaving!" Julia was the first to break. She couldn't take it anymore.

Without hesitation, she grabbed Charlotte and Anna and dragged them away. Her pride wouldn't allow her to endure this kind of humiliation any longer.

"Hayden, please think it over!" Charlotte called out as she was pulled away, desperation in her voice.

However, Anna said nothing, her head bowed.

And just like that, they left the reception room.

Hayden moved toward the towering window, his expression frosty as he gazed outside. Only when he saw Charlotte and the others get into their car did he let out a slow breath.

"You probably think I'm heartless, don't you?"

His voice suddenly broke the silence.

Standing beside him was Christina, who had been quietly watching the whole time.

She shook her head and said honestly, "You can't tell someone to be kind when you've never experienced their suffering. Only you know what you've been through. How you treat them… isn't for me to judge."

Her voice was soft, but every word struck deep.

"Well said." Hayden chuckled faintly, nodding as a strange glint flickered in his eyes.

In his past life, Francis had sought to expand his influence in the capital, and he had struck a deal with a powerful aristocratic family.

And the price was Julia and Anna.