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

Chapter 489

Asher noted the rare solemnity in his father’s voice and, without further thought, nodded in agreement.

“Alright.”

Nikolai then turned to James, addressing him with a respectful nod, “Mr. James, Ms. Mirabella, do drop by the Reeves residence when you have a moment. Got some family matters to attend to, so I’ll be off.” With that

that, Nikolai didn’t wait for James and Mirabella to respond and hurried away.

Mirabella watched Nikolai’s retreating figure for a few seconds before her gaze drifted away. Vincent, who had been sitting beside her, didn’t leave. Instead, he kept the conversation going about the math competition, “You know, Mirabella, that competition…”

He trailed off, then looked up, his handsome face showing a touch of confusion. James seemed to be watching him with a strange intensity.

inquire directly, Vincent simply

with hers. He nodded back at

met.

crossed Vincent’s eyes, and now he found himself curious about the relationship between Mira

the birthday boy Knox approached, with Vincent’s mother Aimee trailing behind him. Knox took a seat next to

slightly, his handsome

chuckled and pointed to Vincent. “This is my good–for–nothing grandson, Vincent. He prepared

Vincent thought, “Heh, so Grandpa tells

momentarily questioning

James responded, his tone neutral.

cast a

how to cook, but he just doesn’t take it. Otherwise, his skills would be even better,” Knox

up his cup for a sip.