The Phantom Heiress Rising From The Shadows novel Chapter 230

Chapter 230 Find An Opportunity Later To Kill…..

Brenna could hear the soft murmur of Ethan and the others‘ conversation through her earpiece, the words clear, but the specifics of their “business” remained unclear. The vague references hinted strongly at something

illegal.

She took out her phone and checked it. Her satellite phone’s signal remained strong

Brenna weighed her options and decided to observe the situation for a while. She recognized the challenges of reporting the unlawful business from international waters–response times could be delayed.

And if Jade’s people discovered her little tricks, everyone on this yacht would be in danger.

Her eyes surveyed the scene, counting at least thirty armed guards. She wouldn’t be able to take them on even with her gun.

Confrontation was not an option.

Brenna took over one side of the grill, and the other three women gathered opposite her.

Sabine was pleased with herself, the enticing smell adding to her sense of satisfaction as she convinced herself she had surpassed Brenna in grilling the food.

She mocked Brenna, “Where’s that confidence now? You claimed expertise with cooking the tuna. But you’ve turned it into trash. Even a roadside vendor could do better than you.”

Brenna wore a faint smile, ignoring her.

Seeing that, Sabine let out a snort.

The moment was interrupted as Jade emerged with Ethan and the others. She was walking alongside Ethan, a victorious grin spread across her face.

Ethan, wearing a smile, exchanged words with Jade, even shaking hands with her.

“To a prosperous collaboration!” Jade exclaimed. “And remember, I helped you last time. You owe me a meal

for that.”

“Of course,” Ethan responded graciously.

Brenna observed them with a blend of curiosity and doubt. Hadn’t Jade been talking about some sort c dealings earlier? Why had Ethan agreed to work with her?

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Catching Brenna’s gaze, Jade misread it, thinking Brenna was jealous. She tightened, her hold on Ethan’s hand with a smug smile, intending to upset Brenna.

Brenna maintained a calm expression as she turned her focus to the skewers.

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Ethan felt a sharp twinge in his chest as he noticed Brenna’s reaction and immediately withdrew his hand.

Jade let out a laugh and teased, “Why so nervous, Mr. Mitchell? It was just a friendly handshake.”

Ethan’s lips thinned into a tight line as he pulled out a tissue and meticulously wiped his hand.

Jade’s smile faded, replaced by a look of displeasure. “What are you suggesting by doing this? Do you think I’m

filthy?”

Jayceon’s laughter rang out from behind, harsh and mocking, while Ernst was struggling to suppress his

amusement.

Ethan tossed the tissue aside, avoiding Jade’s gaze as he moved to Brenna’s side and asked gently, “Is it ready?”

The warmth in his voice and the softness of his gaze could melt any heart. Jade’s face contorted with a mix of rage and jealousy as she observed their interaction.

Meanwhile, Viper, who had been standing near Jade, kept his cold stare fixed on Ethan and Brenna.

Jayceon and Ernst joined in at the grill, ready to help with the barbecue.

Sabine and Fay playfully served their grilled dishes to their boyfriends, their faces lit with sweet smiles.

Brenna, more reserved, simply offered one of her skewers to Ethan, asking, “Care to try?”

Ethan accepted it eagerly, complimenting it after a taste. “Not bad,” he said.

He then reached for an uncooked skewer in Brenna’s hand. “I’ll take over the grilling,” he said. “Let me show you how.”

Brenna hesitated, feeling uncertain. She hadn’t tried any of the skewers herself, and Ethan didn’t look like he was enjoying the food. Could it be that Ethan was just being polite by giving his compliment earlier?

Before Brenna could think further, she saw that Ethan had already devoured a whole skewer of fish.

Curious, Brenna sampled another skewer of fish herself, only to spit it out instantly.

“This tastes terrible,” she said.

She looked at Ethan apologetically. “You didn’t have to force yourself to eat that.”