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.

silent, her thoughts churning

can swing by, and we can grab lunch together,” Bernard

tastes and the bustling

Lunch and shopping are on the agenda afterward. Not exactly the ideal place for you. How

“How many classmates

“Three,” Hera replied.

question held a subtle

head. If she made it known that

next breath.

across her face before she answered, “All girls.”

then,” Bemard conceded, his tone

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

you miss

knew

him would likely

she mumbled, “I do.”

replied, finally severing the connection.

stared at the phone, a small, involuntary smile playing on her lips. Perhaps a tiny part of

It’s our turn!” Katie’s voice cut in. The line had

signature coffee and some local snacks. As she reached for her wallet to pay, a commotion enspred