Kiss My Revenge The Heiress Strikes Back

Chapter 22

Miranda had seen her share of questionable characters, but Elian was in a league of his own. She even wondered if something was wrong with him, maybe he needed a reality check or two.

To her surprise, Elian just laughed at her remark.

His gaze lingered on her, a mischievous smirk playing on his lips. "Ms. Hawke, you're not so bad yourself."

Miranda's eyes swept over Elian with a critical eye. She had to admit, up close, this man was the epitome of masculine allure.

His features were strikingly chiseled, with a rugged yet refined look that was captivating. The lines of his face were sharp, yet there was a certain gentleness that didn't detract from his masculinity.

As a medical professional, Miranda had a keen appreciation for anatomy, particularly when it was perfectly proportioned.

The balance of bone structure and muscle was a thing of beauty. So yes, she admired this man's physique.

Elian, sensing Miranda's intense gaze, felt a strange spark.

physique? The thought made him swallow reflexively,

for earlier," Miranda acknowledged. "But if anything happens with the Hawke family again, I'd prefer

though she doubted Elian had acted out of any special concern for her, he had, in

owing people favors. Moreover, she didn't

middle of a great rant and someone interrupted - helpful or not, it was annoying. The old Miranda had been timid and passive, never standing

old Miranda that now left her with no patience for

a

I think you misunderstand. I wasn't aiming

it off, ready

acquaintances who've crossed paths twice now, can I invite you to dinner, Ms.

to meet Elian's

and his inviting smile was both enchanting and dangerous. She chuckled and

her, raising

suggested, her tone

glint which was expressly alluring.

exchanged surprised glances. They couldn't fathom what