The Double or more Life of the Fake Heiress (Mirabella) novel Chapter 270

Wade had snatched the physics professor away before he could even finish his question, leaving the other two department heads without a chance to speak. They all departed together, leaving a palpable void in their wake.

As soon as they were gone, Matthew let out a deep sigh of relief, feeling as though his energy had been sapped by the encounter.

“Those profs are like the academic elite, the crème de la crème. Damn it, I swear, I’m scared stiff every time I see them,” Matthew muttered under his breath.

Mirabella watched him silently, with an amused glint in her eye. It seemed that no matter the age, the instinctive fear of teachers was universal.

Vincent, although not as outwardly dramatic as his cousin, had also felt the imposing aura of the professors. Out of the corner of his eye, he stole a glance at Mirabella. Her calm and collected demeanor during her exchange with the professor was a stark contrast to their own unease.

Such resilience under pressure!

“But Mirabella, you know Professor Wade?” Matthew asked. His curiosity was aroused.

After a brief pause, Mirabella replied, “Not really. We’ve met briefly before.”

Matthew rubbed his nose thoughtfully, doubting the simplicity of this “brief meeting.” The warm manner in which Professor Wade had just addressed her seemed to suggest a more significant acquaintance.

“Matthew, I think we should head back to the hotel,” Vincent interjected. “It might get awkward if we bump into more of your department’s faculty.”

Matthew scratched his head, a bit embarrassed. “Yeah, sure.”

“Thanks,” Mirabella said, offering Matthew a polite nod of gratitude.

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Mr. Hammond, about to cross the street, paused at her words. “You’ve already met?”

“Yep,” Mirabella affirmed, recalling that Professor Wade and the other professors seemed to have pressing matters to discuss. She added, “Professor Wade seemed quite busy.” In other words, there was no need to disturb him.

After some thought, Mr. Hammond responded, “Alright, if Wade’s tied up, I won’t drag you over there. He seemed to have a good impression of you anyway.” Soon after, Mr. Hammond ended the call.

And for a good while after, Mr. Hammond’s calls would only reach Wade’s blocklist.

Mirabella pocketed her phone. Then she and Vincent made their way back to the hotel. The competition had ended, the final scores wouldn't be out until three in the afternoon, and their flight wasn't until seven in the evening, so several classmates were chatting in their group about going out together to explore. Anthony reminded everyone to stay safe and then let them go on their way.

Back in her room, Mirabella sat resting in a chair, pondering for a moment before reaching for her phone to shoot a message to James on Messenger.