Your Guise Is Slipping, Miss Pearl

Chapter 926

"You must be the lawyer Richard keeps mentioning. You do look like a promising, handsome, young man," Susan greeted him warmly.

It was the usual thing people would say, but Susan made it sound sincere. Her compliments felt genuine, despite being a common form of flattery in Enswood.

No one in Enswood had come close to the success James had. He was only twenty-three, but he became the top lawyer recommended by everyone. However, no one knew his secret identity.

"Thank you, Madam. I'm far from the legend you describe," James responded, downplaying his accomplishments. His tone was gentle, but it felt aloof.

"Not at all. Everyone could see your achievements..."

As dinner commenced, the mood turned somber, with everyone quietly focusing on their meal.

to leave, Mobius sought a moment with Esther. "Can

the request and mindful of the late hour, replied in a shaky voice, "I don't think it's a good idea. It's getting late. You can

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busy with other guests, and James, offering a

Let him talk. This will be your final

"Um... okay then."

aware of Esther's discomfort with dirt, prepared a

made it a point to bring a stack of napkins along," he said, trying

heart, asked, "What do

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