The Hidden Princess At All-Boys Alpha Academy

Chapter 0467

"So, you've got secrets then," she says, closing one eye as if doing so will help her see me better. But then she laughs, leaning forward. "I actually like that you're kind of cagey - I think it will make you a better spy. Damn," she says, shaking her head at me. "I'm really glad dad got me here. I'm going to enjoy the hell out of transforming you into an agent. And the best part is that not a single person will ever see you coming."

"Dad?" I ask, sitting up straighter in my chair, not understanding.

But the door opens again, and suddenly all of my questions are answered as Neumann steps into the room. I huff a little laugh, looking between the two of them as Neumann presses the door shut and steps to the side of Faiza's chair. Because - I mean - it's not like they look alike. But the confidence with which they move, the way they each control every room they walk into?

Damn, I should have known.

"Daughter," Neumann murmurs, bending down to press a fond kiss to her cheek. She returns it, patting him on the shoulder as she smiles up at him. "And how are introductions going?"

"Good," Faiza says, her grin deepening. "I like her. She's so cute and spunky that it's barely going to take an effort to convince everyone that she's an air head. And then no one will hide a damn thing from her. Plus, I think she's smart." Faiza turns her attention back to me, narrowing her eyes. "You're smart, right?"

frowning down at his daughter. "And behave yourself, Faiza - you know I don't enjoy it

up at him. "Shame, then, that I do enjoy

which - though she seeks to hide it by being brash and arrogant - is a great deal. I've taken quite a bit of care with

believe it," I say quite quietly, excitement building

a plan with your tutor. Do attempt to use the time wisely." His voice is characteristically dry as

with interest, lifting her

knives," he says, dry, glancing over at me. "Not yet. She's more

I blush, not

door shut behind him as he goes and I turn my eyes

you say that?" she asks,

I trust him," I say, nodding towards the

you, you know," she says, quiet. I scoff a little but she just laughs and shakes her head. "I know, he keeps it close to the vest. But he wouldn't have called me in if he didn't think you were worth it. Seriously, Ariel, I think we can do...great stuff here." "Why are you so sure of that?" I ask, leaning towards her,