When fate plays its hand (Miranda)

Chapter 0111

Ingrid had been making advances toward Hansel for a while, but he remained uninterested. She was baffled by what could be holding him. back.

Did he truly believe that keeping his distance would somehow prove his commitment to Miranda? How absurd!

Hansel switched off the light in his room, ready to catch some sleep. But every time he closed his eyes, he was plagued by the vision of Miranda and Sam, enjoying themselves on the beach with drinks and laughter while the wind danced around them.

The thoughts kept him up all night, leaving him restless.

He showed up at the restaurant for breakfast the next morning, looking exhausted with dark circles under his eyes. Ingrid clung to his arm, making sure each of her actions was measured and restrained.

Just then, Hansel caught sight of Sam emerging from another elevator across the room. The atmosphere between them crackled with tension. as they stared each other down.

Coincidentally, Miranda and Winter entered from a different entrance. Sam immediately approached them with a smile and greeted them warmly, “Good morning, beauties! How was your night?”

Hansel noticed the unmistakable hint of cunning in Sam’s voice.

Winter nodded in response. “I slept alright.”

too many bugs, but everything else was fine,”

we get some breakfast together?”

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“Sounds good,” Winter said.

walked off, leaving Hansel

face fell. He considered catching up to

I just realized I left something behind. You two

waved him off without a second thought. “Okay,

back for anything, Sam h

do you want?” Hansel

ed straight toward

talk,” Sam said,

abruptness but figured it must have something to

and Miranda arrived at the restaurant. Winter noticed that Miranda seemed to be

down. earlier. You usually don’t give anyone but Hansel the time of day. What’s the deal? Are you finally thinking about

me a favor, and I’m grateful. That’s all. Please stop saying things like that,”

shrugged. “Fine, I can see you’ve