The Double or more Life of the Fake Heiress (Mirabella) novel Chapter 291

Leo's blunt declaration that they were not blood-related was a verbal blockade that instantly curtailed Summer's attempt to broach the subject of the reality show.

If they had no blood ties, why on earth should he take her to a reality show? With no blood ties, what right did she have to spout nonsense here?

Summer knew all too well that Leo had always been icy cold. Whenever he encountered someone he disliked, his words would spare them no dignity.

"Really, Leo? Must you be like this? True, we aren't related by blood, but we've lived as siblings for over a decade," she protested.

"So, are you using that to guilt me into taking you to Walker's reality show?" Leo wasn't one to beat around the bush, and he cut right to the chase. "Didn't Emmitt already deliver my answer to you? I made myself clear to him, and I doubt he failed to pass it on."

Summer's mouth hung open, and her eyes brimmed with tears. "Is it really so hard for you to help me just this once?"

"Sorry, but charity isn't my strong suit," Leo retorted, spotting Mirabella's figure in the distance. He added, "I'm here to pick up my real sister. It's best you leave before there's any misunderstanding."

That final blow shattered the remnants of Summer's pride. She inhaled deeply, straightening her posture and masking her subservience with a blank expression. "You'll regret this," she said, her voice laced with contempt. With a scornful laugh, she turned on her heel and strode away.

Mirabella approached just in time to catch Summer, pausing mid-step and casting a chilling glance her way. Without a word, they brushed past each other.

Raising an eyebrow, Mirabella turned to watch Summer's retreating figure, walking tall and proud. "What's all this drama about?" she inquired with a hint of amusement.