The Double or more Life of the Fake Heiress (Mirabella) novel Chapter 571

Johnny’s gaze was cold as he eyed Mandy, cutting her off mid-sentence. “Every company that comes to bid has already put in the legwork. If Gilbert Corporation really fits the bill, you wouldn’t need to hunt me down—we’d come to you.”

He paused, checked his watch with a hint of impatience, and added, “Sorry, but I’m in a rush.”

With that, Johnny turned and reached for the passenger side door handle.

Mandy, sensing his impatience, knew she couldn't let this chance slip by. She stepped forward, blocking the car door. “Johnny, please, just a moment.”

Johnny’s hand froze, his brows furrowing in irritation.

Mandy, who usually mingled with the social elite, rarely dealt with officials. Facing Johnny, she felt a tremor of intimidation, struggling to keep her composure.

“I just want to understand,” Mandy began, her voice tinged with desperation. “You seemed quite interested in Gilbert Corporation before. What’s changed? If it was my... misstep that offended you, I apologize right now.”

Johnny found her words somewhat amusing. “When did I ever give Gilbert Corporation the impression that I was interested?”

Mandy was taken aback, recalling something her husband had mentioned. “Didn't you say Gilbert Corporation warranted a closer look?”

To her, a closer look meant potential opportunities.

Johnny finally understood the confusion and smirked. “Maybe you misunderstood what ‘closer look’ means, Mrs. Gilbert.”