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

Chapter 171

In no time at all, the kitchen staff brought out several more dishes. Mirabella, cool as a cucumber, folded the test papers she hadn’t yet managed to stash in her bag and put them. away neatly.

It was then that Knox noticed Mirabella’s attire, the Parkside High School uniform, and he couldn’t help but express his surprise, “You’re a student at Parkside High?”

Mirabella hummed in affirmation.

“Ms. Mirabella’s a senior, so she doesn’t have the time to be a student anywhere else,” Wyatt chimed in by way of explanation.

Knox’s expression cleared with understanding. “Well, that makes sense. Senior year is a real crossroads in life. It’s right to focus all your energy on your studies.”

After a brief pause, Knox continued, “Got a grandson in his senior year at Parkside High myself. Tried to get him interested in these healing meals, but he couldn’t care less.”

“Young folks tend to be restless,” Wyatt said with a chuckle.

they do,” Knox sighed, his gaze sweeping over the array of dishes before standing up and addressing James

slight nod in acknowledgment. Shortly after, Knox exited the private

room.

attention to Mirabella and said, “Ms. Mirabella, do you realize what a golden opportunity you

staring at Wyatt, but

considerable sway throughout Ashford. If you apprenticed with Knox, you and your family would be set for life. here. Knox isn’t just any cook. He’s a member of the Pharmacists‘ Guild…” Wyatt trailed off as he remembered Mirabella’s small–town upbringing.

“You wouldn’t have

was all Mirabella said, shrugging nonchalantly before bowing her head to continue

to see some sign of regret from Mirabella, was left speechless.

a glance at

touched his nose. He felt like the only one making a fuss, while the

be less concerned.

they finished eating, the group left Knox’s restaurant. But as they stepped out, a waiter hurried

box to reveal a custom–made token. Upon catching a glimpse, James showed a flicker of surprise on