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16. Almost Convincing
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2026-03-27 03:41:27
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The Replacement Heiress 16. Almost Convincing
Axel and Nina stepped out into the crisp air, the garden sprawling before them with its vibrant flowers and winding paths. The cool breeze teased at her hair as they walked side by side, silence lingering like an uninvited guest. "Janet mentioned you’re still recovering and will be staying home for the next two months,” Axel said, his voice cutting through the quiet. By Janet, he meant Mrs. Whitlock. “That’s right,” Nina replied, keeping her tone neutral and offering no further elaboration. His jaw tightened, and she could sense he wasn’t just making small talk. They found a shaded area under a shrub, and he gestured for her to sit. The tension in the air felt heavier than the stillness around them. After a moment of strained silence, Axel’s voice dropped, carrying a mix of hurt and frustration. “Why did you make that announcement last night?” His eyes locked onto hers, piercing in their intensity. She flinched under his gaze, the weight of it too much. Her heart thudded
The Replacement Heiress 15. Wrong Girl , Right Words
As the car pulled away, Nina sank back into the seat, her mind racing. Sean’s words replayed in her head over and over, but no matter how she turned them around, she couldn’t make sense of them. His words occupied her mind throughout the drive home, so much so that she didn’t even realize they had arrived until Martin opened the door for her. Once inside her room, she had barely settled into bed when a knock broke the silence. At first, she considered ignoring it, sinking deeper into the mattress as her thoughts spiraled around the incident with Sean at the mall. His bitter words still lingered, gnawing at her mind. What did he mean? Why that level of resentment? But then the knock came again, this time accompanied by a voice—a low, deep voice that made her breath catch. Axel. As much as she wanted to deny it, she recognized him immediately. He hadn’t left? Panic gripped her, sharp and insistent. She bolted upright, glancing around the room as if she might find an escape
The Replacement Heiress 14. Cousins and Confrontations
What was Sean doing at the mall? And where on earth was he heading? Since he was a wolf—like Nina had been told—maybe if she could dig up some dirt on him, she’d win more points with Mr. and Mrs. Whitlock. God knew they wouldn’t mind having more ammunition against him. Sean turned a corner, his stride purposeful, and she followed just as swiftly. The farther he went, the quieter the mall became. It was as if they had left the hustle and bustle of the main area behind and stepped into a completely different world. She was surprised when the spaces he led her to seemed like they didn’t belong to the mall at all. The sleek, polished ambiance of luxury boutiques gave way to an eerily empty corridor. The air felt heavy, and the silence was so profound it made her steps sound deafening. The only people here were Sean, a few paces ahead, and herself. She trailed him carefully, barely daring to breathe. The last thing she needed was to give herself away before she figured out what he w
The Replacement Heiress 13. A Mirrors Made of Glass
The ride to the mall was quiet, filled only with the steady hum of the engine and the rhythmic clicking of the turn signals. Outside, the city rolled by in a blur, but Nina’s mind refused to settle. Instead, it replayed her encounter with Axel like a broken record. His voice, his eyes, the way he had said “D” with that raw vulnerability—she dissected it all. What had been his plan if she’d said yes? Would he have explained himself? Apologized? Or would it have been just some carefully worded excuse wrapped in charm? She shook her head and muttered under her breath, “He’s not your problem.” Saying it aloud felt like an attempt to anchor herself, to remind herself that her priorities lay elsewhere. Nathan. Adelaide had loved him—or at least, that was what she had to project. If she wanted to pull this off, her focus had to stay on Nathan, not Axel and his maddening allure. Soon, the mall came into view, an architectural marvel gleaming under the afternoon sun. Its modern façade
The Replacement Heiress 12. A Dangerous Charm
"Good afternoon, Miss Adelaide,” As Nina stepped out of the house, the crisp afternoon air brushed against her skin, a welcome contrast to the polished, imposing presence of the black sedan parked neatly by the pavement. A man in a tailored suit stood by the passenger door, his posture straight and professional. The moment their eyes met, he moved swiftly, opening the door with practiced precision. “Good afternoon, Miss Adelaide,” he greeted again before she could reply his first greeting , his voice warm but formal. “Hello…” She hesitated, unsure how to address him. Her gaze flicked to the badge pinned to his chest, the name Martinengraved neatly on it. “Martin,” she said, finishing her sentence with a small smile. He gave a slight nod, his expression unchanging, and she slid into the back seat. The door clicked shut behind her. As she settled into the plush leather seat, a thought crossed her mind. Did everyone who worked for the Whitlocks wear badges like Martin? She hadn’t
The Replacement Heiress 11. Becoming Adelaide
When Nina reached the formal dining room, Mr. and Mrs. Whitlock were already seated, their faces calm but composed, surrounded by an impressive spread of food. It was clear they had just settled in and were still adjusting themselves in their seats before they began their meal. She stopped short for a moment, taking in their appearance. They weren’t dressed casually as she was. Mr. Whitlock wore a tailored suit, his tie perfectly knotted, while Mrs. Whitlock looked equally polished in an elegant dress and a strand of pearls. They looked like they were ready to attend a business meeting, not a family breakfast. Suddenly, her simple house dress felt glaringly out of place. No one had told her there was a dress code, but she immediately regretted not asking. A wave of awkwardness hit her as she stepped closer, the sound of her own footsteps echoing in the silent room. “Good morning,” she said, her voice measured, as she approached the table and pulled out a chair. Mr. Whitlock lo
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