GoodReadChapter 156
James scrolled through his phone, his eyes fixed on an ad for the “Incense of Calm” priced at $299. A ping
diverted his attention to Mirabella’s message on Messenger. [Of course, it’s pricey stuff!]
He couldn’t help but feel a wave of suspicion wash over him. Was this $299 candle really the sought-after
tranquility treasure that was impossible to find in the market nowadays?
After a moment of contemplation, he typed back to Mirabella. [Is this the sshop where you got the one you
sentlast time?]
Mirabella pondered for a few seconds, her fingers idly stroking her chin before she replied. [Nope, | got it from a
different place.]
James paused, phone still in hand, then glanced at his buddy Wyatt. “Did you place the order?”
Fresh from the thrill of a successful transaction, Wyatt couldn't hide his grin. His phone screen still displayed the
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtpurchase confirmation. “Yep, cleared out their entire stock. Didn't leave a single one behind.”
His face was a picture of smug satisfaction as if to say, ‘Aren't | a genius? Con, give me
scredit!”
James just pressed his fingers against his temples. Shifting his gaze back to his phone, he typed. [Got a link?]
A couple of taps later, Mirabella’s curiosity spilled into her message. [Why do you need so
many?] What she gave him should last you for half a year, rights
James replied. [They're really good. Want to stock up.]
“Darling, who are you chatting with? You've ignored your coffee,” Shawn chimed in, topping up his daughter's
cup, a hint of curiosity in his voice.
“Just a friend,” Mirabella responded while texting, then glancing up at him, she added, “It's getting late. Cut
down on the coffee, or you'll have trouble sleeping.”
“I'm used to it. It won't affect my sleep,” Shawn reassured her, savoring another sip. He'd been running around
all day and treasured these quiet evening moments. A day without coffee was more likely to keep him awake.
Back on her phone, Mirabella warned James. [Burning too much of that stuff can be addictive. | wouldn't
recommend it, James.]
Staring at the phone, James let the subtle scent of sandalwood Incense swirl around him. His deep eyes clouded
with an unreadable emotion before he typed back. [If | didn’t know you were a high school student, I'd mistake
you for a doctor.]
Mirabella raised an eyebrow and shot back. [Ever seen a doctor this young?]
Chapter 156
James chuckled but didn’t pursue the link anymore. He was already lucky enough to have scored this box of
Incense of Calm. After a brief pause, he sent another message. [I've got a box of Blue Mountain. Want some?]
Looking up at her old man, Mirabella queried, “Do you like Blue Mountain?”
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Shawn's eyes lit up instantly. “Absolutely.”
“OK.” And so, Mirabella replied to James. [I'll take it.]
James. [I'll drop it off at your school gate the day after tomorrow afternoon.]
Mirabella. [Cool thanks.]
James. [No problem!]
With their chat concluded, Mirabella reminded her dad once more to go easy on the coffee before heading
upstairs.
Meanwhile, James set down his phone and, after a few seconds of thought, turned to Wyatt. “Get the Blue
Mountain from the old man’s cellar shipped here.”
He paused, then added, “I need it the day after tomorrow.”
Wyatt's eyes bulged in disbelief. “But don’t you have several collector's editions? Why are your eyeing the old
man’s prized stash??”
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