The Double or more Life of the Fake Heiress (Mirabella) novel Chapter 1173

Just as Austin was about to hit the call button, Aaron came down the stairs and called out, “Mr. Austin, the girl’s already here.”

Surprised, Austin ended the call and turned to Aaron. “Is it my sister and her daughter?”

Aaron looked a bit pale, though you wouldn’t notice unless you really paid attention. He nodded, “Miss Cunningham didn’t come, just her daughter. Oh, and there’s a middle-aged man with her.”

Austin furrowed his brow slightly, a bit thrown off that his sister hadn’t shown up, but shrugged it off as unimportant. “Alright, got it. Let's head upstairs.”

Aaron watched Austin as he started for the elevator. Gathering a bit of courage, he took a few steps forward and called, “Mr. Austin, I’m not feeling too well. I think I should head back.”

Austin paused, glanced back at Aaron, noticing for the first time how unwell he looked, and waved him off. “Alright, Aaron. Take care of yourself.”

Relieved, Aaron nodded, “Thank you, Mr. Austin.”

Austin didn’t say anything more, just stepped into the elevator and went upstairs.

As Aaron left the club, he let out a sigh. When he ran into the child again at the ballroom entrance, even just a quick glance sent a shiver down his spine.

He didn’t have it in him to stick around.

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The third-floor ballroom was massive, packed with elite guests all dressed to the nines. The room was alive with vibrant lights and chatter.

Mirabella stood out, though. In her dark coat, she was a stark contrast to the elegant dresses of the other young women. Her presence was magnetic, her striking features drawing every eye in the room.