Under the heiress facade

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Chapter 87

Lost in thought, Douglas nulled over Bernard’s words. A supposed weakling capable of executing enemies in special ops? Vulnerable and isolated within the Killian family?

Wasn’t he the one who disregarded family ties and intentionally seized control of the family business to undermine the Killian family? Yet he said he was forced to go along with Chad’s demands?

“Boss, it’s a real shame you’re not an actor!” Douglas thought.

Douglas noticed all eyes on him, including Tiramisu’s. What was with Bernard’s death stare?

“I didn’t hear a thing. Carry on, you two,” Douglas quipped

Hera and Bernard were speechless.

At nightfall, on the

the top floor of the Luxent Hotel, Camille stood by the flour–to–ceiling window in a champagne–colored feathered gown. She gazed out at the city’s night view

fine wine, candlelight,

to go on a date with your dream guy,” Amelia said, handing her a glass of champagne.

me.” Camille smiled gracefully,

Camille a card. “Make the most of this date, and

realizing it was a room key card. She playfully protested,

him for six years. Do you want to wait another six? Seize this opportunity.” Amelia helped adjust Camille’s hair, revealing her

moment but accepted the card in

with Bernard ever since she laid eyes on him on a case ship

took her a long time to discover that he was Bernard from the Killian family, but he had always been in the army. By the time Bernard was discharged, she had already

had to make the most of it.

it. Good luck on your date.” Amelia checked the time and

the room keycard in her hand. But

room key card and went to touch up

came and said, “Mr. Killian has arrived and is on his way up

waiter before letting him leave. She then took the emergency exit, descended a

two elevators opened

slightly late, and she happened to see