The Double or more Life of the Fake Heiress (Mirabella) novel Chapter 1564

"But Mira, the conference is packed with international big shots. It'd be a real shame if you didn't go," Blake insisted, hoping his persistence would eventually sway her.

"That's exactly why I can't go and embarrass everyone," Mirabella replied lazily, nodding to humor him.

Blake was momentarily left speechless: "!!!"

Mirabella chuckled, casually grabbing the coffee pot and topping off Blake's cup before smoothly changing the subject.

Realizing he wasn't making any headway, Blake decided to drop the topic for now.

After dinner, Mirabella and James headed out together.

Blake sat in his car for a bit, not starting the engine, instead pulling out his phone to fire off a message in their group chat.

[Mira actually turned down the conference invite!!]

The group had been set up ages ago by Elliot, and it only included a select few students. Mirabella wasn't in it yet, mostly to keep the other students' confidence intact.

Elliot, seeing Blake's message, wasn't surprised. He remembered the effort it took to convince her to pick up a second major.

Patrick chimed in: [Do you think Mira's just shy about going to such a big international event?]

Elliot, lurking in the chat, rolled his eyes. Shy? More like lazy.

Blake replied: [Nah, she really doesn't seem interested.]

Patrick: [There's still time to sign up. Don't rush it; just keep trying.]

Blake: [I'll have to find another way.]

Patrick: [Don't forget the promises you made to the professor. Good luck.]

Blake: [......]

He felt like the camaraderie in their group was already on thin ice.