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, and glasses awaited.

to go on a date with your

smiled gracefully,

the most of this date, and here’s to

glanced at the card, realizing it was a room key card. She playfully

Do you want to wait another

accepted the card

had been deeply in love with Bernard ever since she laid eyes on him on a case ship

been in the army. By

waiting had led to this moment. Of course, she had to make the most of it. But her upbringing taught

luck on your date.” Amelia checked

in her hand. But what outweighed her hesitation was the excitement bubbling up from within.

the room key card and went to

a waiter came and said, “Mr. Killian has arrived and is

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

doors to two elevators opened one

was slightly late, and she happened to