Kiss My Revenge The Heiress Strikes Back

The phrase "smooth talker" was supposed to be an insult, yet somehow, when Elian said it, each word seemed laced with a touch of affection.

Miranda never imagined she'd be called that. Was that really a fitting description for her? She thought she'd be the last person to earn such a label.

But with Elian, logic rarely applied, and honestly, she couldn't be bothered to argue. She had learned to just roll with his antics.

"They must have told you quite a bit, including who they are and what they want?" Elian suddenly began.

Miranda nodded. "Yeah."

Elian frowned. "Yeah? Come on, can't you use more than one word when you talk to me?"

He couldn't stand it when Miranda gave him the cold shoulder or acted aloof. And he was the kind of guy who wore his heart on his sleeve, especially around her. Whenever he had something to say, he'd just come right out with it.

Miranda recalled a term she'd stumbled upon online, used to describe people who were sharp and often expressed their needs clearly - a high need baby. She couldn't help but think how well it suited Elian.

about 'yeah, right?

conceded, "That

mouth to stifle her laughter. The way Elian acted so needy around her, yet

it impossible for her to

tone, his deep voice resuming. "No matter what they've told you, all decisions are yours to make. Like I said

powerful, carrying a calming effect like a gentle breeze over stormy seas, gradually soothing the

Miranda glanced at Elian's profile beside her, his gaze fixed

a raging sea, full of tumultuous energy ready to unleash its force. But now, he was eerily calm, as if that destructive energy had

a previous conversation

She smiled, her eyes glinting with emotions she hadn't felt before. "Of course, I've always been

influenced by others. She wasn't bound by societal norms

hers washers alone, and every choice she made should follow

anticipated these people approaching her, with their "invitation" and today's events. That's why he'd subtly warned her, offering