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

Chapter 166

The middle aged man only gave Mirabella a cursory glance before his gaze shifted back to James, greeting him with a warm smile. “Knox was thrilled to hear about your visit. He’s actually whipping up something special in the kitchen as we speak. He asked me to let you know he’s perfecting a new health tonic recipe. It might take a little extra time, though, so your patience would be greatly appreciated.”

James, upon hearing this, glanced at Mirabella.

Mirabella, standing nearby, caught James‘ inquisitive look and casually waved her hand. I’m

particularly hungry. A little wait won’t hurt.”

not

The middle–aged man was a bit taken aback by James‘ manner towards the young lady by his side, but he didn’t dare to pry further, Instead, he offered attentively, “I’ll bring over some appetizers to tide you over in the meantime.”

“Much obliged,” James responded with a slight nod.

private

With that, the middle–aged man ushered James and Mirabella into a priv dining room before excusing

food therapy. The clientele is quite exclusive, and they rarely serve walk–ins,

was piqued. “You don’t find many who can whip those up these

hear such a comment from Mirabella. “You seem quite

Nonetheless, such culinary arts are mostly from ancient royal courts, lost

health tonic connoisseurs, that’s a different story.” She inadvertently let slip a little more than

and smiled at

the middle–aged man returned, carrying two delicate plates of pastries and placing

pastries, raising an eyebrow at one of the plates. “Is this Almond

nodded. “Indeed, it is. The combination of almond and fresh

in

hint of surprise crossed her face. “The cake melts

fresh thyme blend is sweet without a hint of bitterness.

the man gestured to the other plate. “Can you guess

is Kudzu Coconut Cake, but it’s a pity that the kudzu root and coconut powder weren’t