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    Brenna let out a skepticalugh. “You’ve met plenty of CEOs, and some are very attractive women. I’ve never seen you throw them a wee party, stay out drinkingte with them, or personally drive them home.”


    Her voice turned sharp. “You im it’s just friendship, and I trust that. But why would you move out of your home of years to let her stay there? Are you that generous? She’s the Wilson family’s daughter; can’t she afford her own ce or a hotel? Does she really need you to provide amodation?”


    Ethan fumbled for words for a moment, finally exining, “She has severe cleanliness issues and finds hotels too unsanitary.”


    Brenna shook her head, unconvinced. “Hotels today are spotless. Why can’t she manage? And if she’s so particr, why is your old ce fine for her?”


    Ethan’s response sounded feeble even to himself. “I got all new supplies and sanitized everything to her standards…”


    After a pause, he said, “Brenna, I only see her as a friend, nothing more. Haven’t I shown that these past few days? What else do you want from me?” Ethan let his emotions spill out. His voice carried a sharp edge, tinged with irritation; he believed that Brenna was blowing things out of proportion.


    Brenna’s eyes narrowed, her gaze turning cold. “You think I’m overreacting, making a fuss for no reason, don’t you? Well, you don’t have to endure it anymore. Let’s break up.”


    Without hesitation, she brushed past him and stormed into the house. As she crossed the threshold, she caught the household staff—guards and maids—lingering nearby, clearly listening in. They scattered at her approach. Outside, Ethan, seething, mmed his fist against the roof of his car, his face contorted with anger as he watched Brenna disappear into the house.


    He slid back into his vehicle and drove away.


    Inside, Giselle and Shepard descended the stairs, their faces etched with worry, particrly Giselle’s. “Did you and Ethan argue? We could hear it from upstairs.”


    “We broke up,” Brenna said curtly, then turned to Julia. “There’s a bag in the front passenger seat of my car. Bring it in for me; it’s a gift for my mother.” She then said, “I’m exhausted.” With that, she headed upstairs, leaving Giselle and Shepard exchanging concerned looks.


    Giselle shook her head. “I’ve never thought Ethan was right for her.”


    Shepard nodded in agreement. “He’s impressive in business, no doubt, but as Brenna’s partner? I’m with you; he’s not the one for her. He is too domineering and surrounded by too many admirers. Even if Brenna marries him, it wouldn’tst.”


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    Julia returned promptly, handing the bag to Giselle.


    Giselle continued, “I know someone dependable who would be perfect for Brenna. When she’s in a better headspace, I’ll arrange for them to meet.” Shepard exhaled heavily. “She’s still young; there’s no hurry for marriage. Let’s not bring this up with her yet; it could upset her more.”


    Meanwhile, Rosie ended a phone call and nonchntly sent one hundred thousand dors to a contact, a sly grin spreading across her face. “I can’t believe they actually had an argument. I’m genuinely shocked.”


    Maxley, intrigued, leaned in. “Who are you talking about? Why are you so happy?”


    Rosie ryed the gossip. “My source said Brenna and Ethan had a massive argument, though the details are unclear. It sounds like they are on the verge of breaking up, possibly over another woman.”


    Maxley thought for a moment, recalling recent rumors. “Could it be that talk about Ethan and Gracie? I heard he let her live at his ce. Their rtionship must be special. Maybe Brenna and Ethan argued about this.”


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