The Double ( or More ?) Life of The Fake Heiress

Chapter 156

James scrolled through his phone, his eyes fixed on an ad for the “Incense of Calm” priced at $299. A ping diverted his attention to Mirabella’s message on Messenger. [Of course, it’s pricey stuff!]

He couldn’t help but feel a wave of suspicion wash over him. Was this $299 candle really the sought–after tranquility treasure that was impossible to find in the market nowadays?

After a moment of contemplation, he typed back to Mirabella. [Is this the same shop where you got the one you sent me last time?]

Mirabella pondered for a few seconds, her fingers idly stroking her chin before she replied. [Nope, I got it from a different place.]

James paused, phone still in hand, then glanced at his buddy Wyatt. “Did you place the order?”

Fresh from the thrill of a successful transaction, Wyatt couldn’t hide his grin. His phone screen still displayed the purchase confirmation. “Yep, cleared out their entire stock. Didn’t leave a single one behind.”

His face was a picture of smug satisfaction as if to say, ‘Aren’t I a genius? Come on, give me

some credit!”

temples. Shifting his gaze back

spilled into her message. [Why do

she gave him should last you for half a year,

good. Want to stock up.]

you chatting with? You’ve ignored your coffee,” Shawn chimed in, topping up his daughter’s cup, a hint of curiosity

added, “It’s getting late.

reassured her, savoring another sip. He’d been running around all day and treasured these quiet evening moments. A day without coffee was more likely to keep him

too much of that stuff can be addictive.

an unreadable emotion before he

an eyebrow and shot back. [Ever seen a

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have scored this box of Incense of Calm. After a brief pause, he sent another message. [I’ve got

old man, Mirabella

eyes lit up

replied to James. [I’ll take it.]