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

Chapter 1276

Mirabella blinked, not quite processing what was happening when suddenly, the man's face was just inches from hers, his warm breath brushing her cheek. In the next instant, he firmly cupped her head and kissed her deeply.

Their breaths intertwined, soft and lingering. Mirabella's eyelashes fluttered slightly, a blush creeping onto her pale cheeks. She tried to step back instinctively, but stumbled over the armchair behind her, falling backward.

James quickly tightened his grip around her waist, easing her fall while gently laying her onto the armchair. He nestled his head in the crook of her neck, whispering with a teasing tone, "Didn't know you were into this."

Mirabella was momentarily speechless.

James had a deep, knowing gaze. He chuckled softly, kissing her earlobe, then ran his hands down her arms, finally clasping her hands, lightly tickling her palms before holding them firmly.

Mirabella shivered slightly, trying to tell James to get up, but a series of soft kisses along her neck wiped away any coherent thoughts.

warmer, the light casting a cozy, romantic glow over them, making the

James's remaining sense of restraint kicked in, and he finally put some space between them. Mirabella's cheeks were flushed, making her look even more

quick glance, he looked down, gently straightening Mirabella's clothes that had come

he was done, he helped her sit up, clearing his throat softly, his voice still tinged with emotion. "Why don't you read for a bit? I need to step out, but I'll be back

Mirabella another quick kiss on the lips before forcing himself to stand and swiftly

to reality. She touched her face, feeling the heat radiate

and women shouldn't be alone together;

got up and wandered to the bookshelf, picking a book

ears warming up at the memory of what had just happened.

motto, 'If you're not embarrassed, then the awkwardness