Chapter 171


    In no time at all, the kitchen staff brought out several more dishes. Mirabe, cool as a cucumber,


    folded the test papers she hadn’t yet managed to stash in her bag and put them. away neatly.


    It was then that Knox noticed Mirabe’s attire, the Parkside High School uniform, and he couldn’t help


    but express his surprise, “You’re a student at Parkside High?”


    Mirabe hummed in affirmation.


    “Ms. Mirabe’s a senior, so she doesn’t have the time to be a student anywhere else,” Wyatt chimed in


    by way of exnation.


    Knox’s expression cleared with understanding. “Well, that makes sense. Senior year is a real


    crossroads in life. It’s right to focus all your energy on your studies.”


    After a brief pause, Knox continued, “Got a grandson in his senior year at Parkside High myself. Tried


    to get him interested in these healing meals, but he couldn’t care less.”


    “Young folks tend to be restless,” Wyatt said with a chuckle.


    “That they do,” Knox sighed, his gaze sweeping over the array of dishes before standing up and


    addressing James in a polite tone, “Well, I won’t intrude on your meal any further.”


    James gave a slight nod in acknowledgment. Shortly after, Knox exited the private dining


    room.


    A whileter, Wyatt turned his attention to Mirabe and said, “Ms. Mirabe, do you realize what a


    golden opportunity you just passed up?”


    Mirabe raised an eyebrow, staring at Wyatt, but remained silent.


    “Let me put it this way,” Wyatt began, “the Mendoza family holds considerable sway throughout


    Ashford. If you apprenticed with Knox, you and your family would be set for life. here. Knox isn’t just


    any cook. He’s a member of the Pharmacists‘ Guild…” Wyatt trailed off as he remembered Mirabe’s


    small–town upbringing. Talking guilds might be over her head. He kept the rest of his thoughts about


    the Pharmacists‘ Guild to himself and summarized, “In short, being connected with the Mendoza family


    is all pros and no cons.”


    He paused, then added, “You wouldn’t have to worry about college applications either.”


    “Oh,” was all Mirabe said, shrugging nonchntly before bowing her head to continue with her meal.


    Wyatt, who had been hoping to see some sign of regret from Mirabe, was left speechless. Had he


    not made himself clear enough? Why was Ms. Mirabe showing absolutely no reaction?


    James cast a nce at Wyatt. “Eat your food.”


    Wyatt touched his nose. He felt like the only one making a fuss, while the other two couldn’t


    be less concerned.


    After they finished eating, the group left Knox’s restaurant. But as they stepped out, a waiter hurried


    after them, handing Mirabe a token. “This is from Mr. Knox.”


    Mirabe epted it, opening the box to reveal a custom–made token. Upon catching a glimpse,


    James showed a flicker of surprise on hisposed face, then spoke slowly, “Keep it. That token could


    come in handy.”


    With a half–joking smile, Mirabe asked, “Does it get me discounts on food?”


    The corner of James‘ mouth twitched, but he didn’t bother to borate, “If that’s how you


    want to see it, sure.”


    “Alright then,” Mirabe said, pocketing the medallion before thanking the waiter, “Please convey my


    thanks to Knox.”


    Wyatt had just pulled up the car and was about to open the door for James when he overheard their


    nonchnt exchange. He was left utterly baffled.


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    A medallion gifted to Mirabe had turned into a discount card. Had they lost their minds?!