Reborn Heiress: Taking Back What Is Rightfully Hers!-Chapter 18: The Genius of Making Money!

Ella and Eric were not a couple, but somewhere along the line, Ella had developed an inexplicable sense of anticipation towards him.

Reality proved that men, especially playboys, were indeed unreliable.

Ella shook her head, deciding not to think about Eric anymore, and turned to check the stocks she had bought. Her funds had risen from six million to six point seven million.

"Still not enough money. Even though this stock is pretty good, it feels like I’m not earning enough..." Ella felt a bit frustrated. She had her mother’s jewelry, but selling those precious items was out of the question.

Without selling the jewelry, where could she get more money for investing in stocks?

It was as if Ella had a magic touch, as she effortlessly made substantial profits by investing in stocks she remembered as black horses.

She picked up her phone and dialed Chloe’s number.

Chloe, born into a wealthy family, had plenty of pocket money, and she was Ella’s best friend in her previous life.

Despite Ella being labeled as a villainess and being framed by the outwardly charitable Brianna—who got her involved in drugs a few times, made her temper volatile, and made her a lover of luxury—Chloe remained a true friend.

This time, Ella decided to cherish their friendship, but at the moment, she desperately needed money and had to ask for Chloe’s help.

"Chloe, are you back in the country?"

Ella asked apologetically. On the other end, a lazy voice responded, "What’s up? I just got home and was about to call you."

"I... I want to borrow some money," Ella said softly.

"What? Borrow money again? I lent you a million last time. My parents may spoil me, but they don’t give me that much allowance," Chloe asked in surprise, "What’s going on? Why do you need so much money?"

"I... I want to invest in stocks, but please don’t tell anyone about this!"

Ella didn’t hide anything from her most trusted friend.

"You’re actually getting into stock trading? Wow, you’re amazing!" Chloe exclaimed in surprise. Ella smiled wryly.

No matter what she did, Chloe always thought it was the right thing, so she would support her unconditionally.

"Yeah, do you have any money? If not, I’ll have to think of something else," Ella said quietly.

"I don’t have much money right now, but you know my grandpa is an artist, right? He loves to collect and replicate masterpieces. Hey, I heard Mr. Nelson gave you a painting worth thirty million, ’Interwoven Light and Shadow.’ You could lend it to my grandpa to admire for a few days, and then I’ll ask him to lend you some money."

Chloe’s idea was actually good! Ella’s eyes lit up. "But... will your grandpa really lend me money? I’m just an eighteen-year-old high school senior."

Ella was still a bit skeptical.

"Don’t worry! My grandpa is a fanatic for famous paintings. If you let him admire the painting for a few days, he’ll be happy to help!" Chloe said with a laugh.

"Then please sound him out for me."

"Sure, my grandpa’s at home right now. By the way, Ella, are you really dating that Mr. Nelson?"

"No, don’t listen to gossip."

"Not dating? Then why would he give you a painting worth thirty million? Come on, don’t lie to me!"

"Believe it or not, just go talk to your grandpa!" Ella was tired of arguing with her; Chloe would never believe her anyway.

Chloe’s suspicion was not baseless. After all, which rich man would give a woman he had only met twice a painting worth thirty million for no reason?

Within ten minutes, Chloe called back, saying her grandfather agreed to lend Ella two million dollars as long as she let him admire the painting for two months.

Ella was overjoyed to hear the news, knowing her financial issues were temporarily resolved!

Without hesitation, she took the still-unwrapped painting to Chloe’s house. Grandpa Carter was thrilled to see the painting and immediately transferred two million dollars to Ella, not even bothering with a promissory note.

Chloe kept winking at her, "Ella, have dinner with me and my brother tonight?"

Ella shook her head, "No thanks, I have a lot of homework to do!"

Despite being spoiled in her past life, she had always maintained good grades. After a lifetime of hardships, Ella knew she could easily rank in the top ten of her school without any extra tutoring.

"You’re no fun. Let’s hang out another time then!" Chloe pouted in disappointment.

Ella smiled and nodded. Once back home, she immediately invested in another stock that was set to soar in the coming week.

"This two million should grow to two or three million in two months, which is decent. Even if I end up with nothing else, this money will ensure I can live a modest life."

Ella thought this to herself, but the memory of her previous life’s final moments flashed in her mind, causing her heart to ache and her body to break out in a cold sweat.

"No, I can’t lose to Brianna and her daughter!" A fierce hatred ignited in Ella’s eyes. Her beloved mother was killed by Brianna. How could she settle for a mediocre life?

"In this life, I will make sure those two suffer immensely, even if it costs me everything!" Ella gritted her teeth, her eyes gleaming with determination.

Meanwhile, at the seaside, a luxurious yacht was docked, filled with laughter and chatter.

Brianna, arm-in-arm with her daughter Hannah, mingled with friends, ignoring the disdainful looks and whispers directed their way. Hannah, despite her recent scandal, maintained a graceful appearance, knowing that people’s memories would eventually fade.

Just then, Brianna’s pocket buzzed. She excused herself and walked to the lounge to take the call. Once the door was closed, silence enveloped the room.

"Ma’am, the young miss just delivered the painting to her classmate Chloe’s house and didn’t bring it back."

"What? She gave the painting to Chloe?" Brianna frowned.

"We’re not entirely sure, but Chloe’s grandfather is a somewhat famous painter. It seems Old Mr. Carter took a liking to the painting."

"Bribe a servant and find out if she gave it away or sold it," Brianna whispered.

"Yes, ma’am, I’ll handle it right away!"

Brianna hung up, a cold glint in her eye. That girl was clever, having already dealt with the painting Eric gave her!

In less than ten minutes, the phone rang again, "Ma’am, a servant overheard Old Mr. Carter saying he gave the young miss two million dollars."

"Good, I get it." Brianna ended the call, a sinister smile curling her lips. It seemed there was an interesting show about to unfold.