When fate plays its hand (Miranda)

Chapter 0019

Miranda had finally left that sem. She should never return to that jerk.

Miranda shook her head “No, I didn’t.”

“Thank goodness. “Winter sighed in relief. “Oh, right. Are you free tonight? I need you help”

After meeting the college’s higher ups, Tina was full of smiles as everything had gone according to her plan. It cheered her up after the setback she’d encountered at Christine’s place.

“Come on, Mom. Get in the car,” she prompted.

Frowning, Evelyn withdrew her gaze from the library. “You should go first. 1 have something else to do.”

Then, she called the other driver to come and pick her

1. up.

Tina thought Evelyn was going to some other social gathering again and didn’t mull over it. Unbeknownst to her, once Evelyn got into the car, she instructed the driver, “Drive me to Hansel’s office.”

Hansel had just come out of a meeting when he saw Evelyn frowning and marching toward him.

asked, “Mom, why are you

I

it.” Hansel

on it before saying, “If

continued, “You should see how Miranda

“Miranda? What

and that set her off!

“You met her at the

the chores, she went to the library, pretending she was someone well–educated. Did she think I’d applaud her for

other like strangers from now on. How could she speak to someone older in such a tone?

Hansel’s eyes darkened.

“Have you two really broken

some reason, Hansel denied

“I knew it! Women like her wouldn’t easily give up on a wealthy boyfriend once they’ve gotten their hands on one. Anyway, now you know what

“Mom, stop it. I have

stopped talking when she noticed that

“Alright then. I’ll head back for now. Don’t let her off the hook that easily. You should

her on her way, he loosened his tie and

was coming up in a couple of days, he texted Calvin to ask

immediately, ‘evelty is a woman’s best friend. A bracelet or necklace might be good