The Double or more Life of the Fake Heiress (Mirabella) novel Chapter 696

Jay's colleague picked up the phone quickly, but the answer made Jay's stomach churn. His brother had left the garage about an hour ago. Someone had come for him, and he'd jumped into a luxury car, not seen since.

Jay ended the call, stepped outside, and splashed some cold water on his face, but it didn't do much to calm his nerves. His brother was a shy, introverted guy, not the type to have friends, let alone ones with fancy cars.

Collins's earlier comment about Juztin’s brother being a top-tier lawyer suddenly popped into Jay's mind. Leo's background had always been a mystery. The company files were blank, and no one knew where he came from.

Because of this blank slate, the popular theory was that Leo’s family wasn't well-off. In showbiz, a strong persona could make or break a career. There were a few trust-fund kids in the industry, but they flaunted their lineage from day one. Why would someone like Leo hide it?

Doubt gnawed at Jay. Could someone with no apparent backing stay scandal-free from the start, avoid piggybacking on anyone else's fame, and still have opportunities fall into their lap? It seemed impossible.

The more Jay thought about it, the more restless he became. He pulled out his phone again and called Emerson. To his surprise, the call connected.

They barely exchanged a few words before Jay's face went pale. He stammered a weak 'okay' and the line went dead. Gripping his phone tightly, Jay stumbled out of the restroom and dashed for the elevator, his hands shaking as he repeatedly pressed the down button.

The elevator arrived with a ding, and Jay rushed in before the occupants could even step out, bumping straight into his agent, Vicky.

Vicky frowned. "Jay, what's the big hurry?"