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

Chapter 169

The middle–aged man caught the expressionless look on James‘ striking face as he stood up and shuddered with realization. He had been too rash, too confrontational for a moment. Crossing a young girl might slide, but crossing James… The middle–aged man couldn’t help but shiver, regretting why he had gotten into a petty argument with Mirabella in the first place

Before James could even speak, the man glanced at Mirabella and quickly followed her lead, saying, “The young lady is right. It’s all a matter of personal opinion and personal taste. I apologize for my earlier tactless remarks, James. Please, don’t be upset.”

Mirabella sighed inwardly, noticing the man’s overly cautious demeanor. It was all because she had been too slick with her words. Then, she reached for the soup spoon and brought James‘ bowl closer, adding another spoonful, saying casually, “Have some more soup.” With that, she handed the bowl over to him.

James‘ gaze fell on Mirabella’s face, and her pretty, almond–shaped eyes playfully blinked. Her casual demeanor somehow diffused the awkward atmosphere.

In the end, James accepted the soup she offered. Mirabella raised her eyebrows in

satisfaction.

Wyatt, standing

that Mirabella really had the magic touch the tension had dissipated just like

middle–aged man felt his heart relax as James took the soup. He was grateful that their exchange

his eyes. “I’ve studied pharmacology for sixty years, yet I’ve been stuck in a blind spot and convinced that only

shoved aside and stood petrified. His face was etched with shock as he watched

rendered speechless by her just a moment ago? Now,

by Knox’s sudden show of gratitude. After pausing for a second, she stood up and said calmly, “There’s no need for that. I merely spoke my mind. It wasn’t anything profound.”

the table and chuckled bitterly. “I’ve always felt that my new dish was missing something. I tried every fancy ingredient fit for consumption,

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