Her emotions were mixed; she was both fearful that Miranda might acknowledge knowing Darian and scared that she might not.

"Miss Phillips, I'm not familiar with the person you're referring to. Please, it's best you head back. Let's not get too involved,” Miranda advised. Then she turned and walked behind a screen, clearly indicating she had nothing more to add.

Feeling a twinge of regret, Lilah apologized and left quietly with the others.

For the time being, leaving was her only option.

After their exit, Miranda emerged from the bathroom, the makeup on her face had been removed, revealing her bare face that was exactly the same as Lilah's.

With a hint of suspicion, Benita asked, "Dr. Hanson, did you sense that Lilah might be connected to you in some way? But why won't you reveal your true identity to her and explore your relationship further?"

Benita was perceptive, which was likely why Miranda had chosen her as her personal assistant.

“Why should 1?" Miranda asked as she sat on the sofa, staring blankly ahead. A palpable chill enveloped her.

She had known for a long time that she wasn't truly a Hanson. Her adoption by the Hanson family was merely a means for them to gain something they needed.

Through her own investigations, she discovered she had a twin sister, yet she had never sought her out.

Given her current troubles and her need to hide her true identity, how could she possibly reconnect with her family without risking bringing them harm?

The recent encounter replayed in her mind.

Lilah had asked her about Darian.

In that instant, her heart tightened, nearly betraying her secret.

Luckily, she managed to contain herself, keeping her identity hidden.

"I didn't think I'd cause her trouble before even meeting her,"

Miranda muttered, a trace of self-mockery in her gaze.

To the world, she was a renowned physician, an expert in curing complex illnesses, the cherished youngest daughter of the Hanson family, and a significant figure in the pharmaceutical industry with control over several companies.

But only she knew the true extent of her misery. And the secrets of her past.

Every time she thought about it, her heart ached, making it hard to breathe.

“Lilah seems quite happy. The man with her must be very kind to her,"

Miranda said, shaking her head to dispel the intrusive thoughts.

Benita nodded, her expression one of envy. "Yes, that gentleman is tall and handsome, and he appears quite wealthy. More importantly, he seems to be a silent supporter of Lilah. They must be very content."

A smile of relief spread across Miranda's face.