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.

standing up and addressing James in a polite tone, “Well, I won’t intrude on your

nod in acknowledgment. Shortly after, Knox exited the private

room.

later, Wyatt turned his attention to Mirabella and said, “Ms. Mirabella, do you realize what a

an eyebrow, staring at Wyatt, but

family holds 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. Talking guilds might be over her

then added, “You wouldn’t have

nonchalantly before bowing her head to continue

sign of regret from Mirabella, was left speechless. Had he not made himself clear enough?

glance at

only one making a fuss, while the other two couldn’t

be less concerned.

out, a waiter hurried after them, handing Mirabella a token. “This is from Mr.

flicker of surprise on his composed face, then spoke slowly, “Keep it. That