Under the heiress facade

Chapter 304

Il Christopher had his way, he wanted Hera to go abroad with himn

Just as he readied himself to speak, a jarring ring shattered the forming silence.

Hera retrieved her phone, a flicker of recognition crossing her face when she saw Bernard’s name on the screen. She excused herself and stepped away to

swer the call, “Hello?”

“There you are! School’s been out for ages. What’s keeping you busy? Bernard’s voice washed over the phone, a smooth baritone that could charm the

birds from the trees.

“You mean the afternoon dismissal?” Hera clarified, remembering their earlier conversation.

Unlike most schools, Cavenridge functioned primarily as a boarding institution, with few students electing to return home for the midday break. The academy provided a cafeteria and dorms for them to relax during these hours

There was a beat of surprised silence from Bernard.

“Honestly, I just miss you,” he finally admitted.

her thoughts churning

and we can grab lunch together,”

tastes and the

some classmates. Lunch and shopping are on the agenda afterward. Not exactly the ideal place for you. How about dinner instead?”

asked suddenly, “How many classmates

“Three,” Hera replied.

held a subtle

known that there was a male companion, Bernard might

next breath.

flickered across her face before

Have fun, then,” Bemard conceded, his tone shifting slightly.

reached for the end call button, but before her finger could tap the screen, his magnetic voice sounded

you miss

thick with unspoken understanding. Hera knew Bernard well enough to recognize the unspoken

answer that didn’t appease him would

she mumbled, “I do.”

feel the same,” Berard replied, finally

on her lips. Perhaps a tiny part

voice cut in. The line

she ordered the shop’s signature coffee and some local snacks. As she reached