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

Chapter 400

James cleared his throat with a hint of formality. “Alright.”

should be heading out, Mirabella said, giving a casual wave as she stood up.

James rose to his feet, his movements measured and calm. “Let me walk you out.”

No need, Mirabella replied with a shake of her head, already sidestepping him to make her exit.

Her slippers betrayed her, catching on the rug and causing her to stagger. Before she could regain her. balance, a firm grip encircled her arm, steadying her. “Watch your step,” came a deep voice from above.

Lifting her gaze, Mirabella locked eyes with James‘ penetrating stare. She paused momentarily, then straightened up. “Thanks.”

James let go, the very picture of a gentleman. “No problem at all.”

“Off I go,” she declared, this time with noticeably more care. A few steps later, she ran into Curtis, who emerged clutching his laptop. He offered her a polite nod in greeting.

a glimpse of his laptop screen made her hesitate. She turned

with a quizzical expression.

his screen. “Is your

twitched in a wry smile.

her expression neutral, and continued toward the front

laptop in his arms, joined James in the

him. “Still trying

eyes on the code running automatically on his screen, grunted in affirmation. “Whoever this ‘Y‘ is, they’re

couch, James tapped his fingers idly on his knee. “If it were easy to crack, you

the truth in James‘ words, too embarrassed

phone, suddenly chimed in. “Just got a message. Donald’s coming.”

laptop, his cheeks twitching. “Who

said, his face a picture of doom. “I hope he hasn’t noticed

to his boss. “Boss, I request

twisted. “That’s harsh.”