The Double or more Life of the Fake Heiress (Mirabella) novel Chapter 549

Mirabella pressed her fingers to her temples, a headache blossoming at the thought of Zach's latest shenanigans. Trust him to strut into someone else's house like he owned the place.

Slipping her phone into her jeans pocket, she looked up at Shawn, who was elbow-deep in soapy water in the kitchen, and mumbled, "Gonna take a walk." Without waiting for an acknowledgment, she was out the door in a flash.

When she reached the neighboring villa, her hand lifted instinctively, pressing her thumb against the biometric scanner, and the iron gate swung open.

No sooner had she stepped into the yard than she bumped into Wyatt, who was coming out to greet her and offer to open the gate for her. His eyes darted to the gate in surprise.

Mirabella simply raised her finger, explaining, "Last time I was here, James had my print added."

A light of understanding flickered in Wyatt's eyes as he realized James had been quite expedient in getting her fingerprint. It seemed he had missed his own opportunity to play host.

Clearing his throat, Wyatt suggested, "Let's head inside."

Mirabella nodded, walking into the villa with an easy grace. The slippers prepared for her were right where she remembered, in the cabinet by the door. She slipped them on without a moment's hesitation.

While Zach was speaking, James caught sight of Mirabella's silent approach. His eyes, which had been bright and alert, now seemed to soften as they rested on Mirabella.

James' demeanor shifted. The cool aura around him receded as his shoulders relaxed, and his expression turned almost pitiable, like someone who couldn't fend off a bully. With a deliberate cough, he addressed Zach, his voice losing its earlier firmness, "Mr. Davis, there's no need for formalities. I appreciate your concern."

Something about James' tone caught Zach off guard, stirring a sensation that he was the bully here. His eyes narrowed slightly, his expression clouding with confusion.

Just moments ago, James had been so assertive. What had caused this sudden shift in attitude?