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

Chapter 225

Mr. Hammond’s face suddenly took on a serious cast as a thought struck him. “If you ever run into trouble you can’t handle, feel free to come see me. I’ve got a fair number of friends around

here.”

Had anyone familiar with Mr. Hammond been present, they would have been astounded.

Mr. Hammond was a native of Riverdale, and with the Hammond family name behind him. The Hammonds might not have been the crème de la crème, but they were still blue–bloods through and through. Truth be told, the Gilberts didn’t hold a candle to the Hammonds. His offer was tantamount to bringing Mirabella under the wing of the Hammonds themselves.

Mirabella offered a smile, although she didn’t need his help. She replied with a sweet. “Thank you, Mr. Hammond. I appreciate it.”

Mr. Hammond felt a tinge of sentimentality, and thinking of Summer, he couldn’t help but add some advice, “Sometimes, being too naive isn’t good. It’s important to keep your guard up.”

Mirabella looked up at Mr. Hammond and, seeing his earnest expression, she touched her nose. thinking. “Well, looks like my goody–two–shoes act is quite convincing.”

you’re ready. We’re all counting on

she wouldn’t have to entertain any more slander or compromise from her foster father. In a world where power and strength reigned supreme, only by standing tall

threw up an “OK” sign. “Don’t worry. I’ll

I won’t actually be able to hand it over to you.” It was, after all, meant for her dear Catherine.

had a competitive streak, and not wanting to dampen her spirits, he simply warned, “The international competition is

her voice was laced

stood. “You must be busy. I’ll

rose as well. “Alright then.”

the door and pulled it open to find Anthony, with two familiar faces in tow. Mirabella was rather surprised at the

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her, with a touch of respect in his voice.

at Mirabella. His expression was thoughtful. “Did we interrupt your conversation with Mr. Hammond?”