When fate plays its hand (Miranda)

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Lionel’s face went serious. “Mrs. Hoven, my daughter Miranda is a great young woman. Whatever you’ve heard, please stop spreading these nasty rumors.

“Such talk is just gossip,” Lionel said firmly. “It’s not how a teacher should behave.”

Then, Lionel walked away, clearly upset.

Judy watched him go and shook her head. “Oh, so now we’re not allowed to speak the truth? He thinks she’s perfect–what a joke! She’s a disgrace and ruining the school’s reputation.”

She remembered how Lionel used to brag about Miranda, always talking about her top grades and awards at staff meetings.

But what did it all mean now?

She had gone to Bedford College, only to end up as a wealthy man’s plaything.

What a letdown.

Judy snorted in disgust.

Miranda, who had overheard the conversation, was hiding behind the display case. She couldn’t stand to see her father upset by the cruel gossip. He was someone who cared deeply about his reputation and integrity.

how heartbroken he would be if he knew she had

papers and answer keys to the

he was about to leave, Miranda called out,

saw Miranda coming toward him. Mimi? What

and ended up close by,” Miranda

it’s going to rain soon. Let’s hurry home before

starts.”

Miranda agreed, and she climbed

They sped away

“Dad, I’m sorry…”

looked at her, confused.

haven’t come back to visit you and Mom for years… And because of me, you’ve had to

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head and smiled. “What are you talking about? You’re back now. That’s what matters. You should’ve

“Really?” Miranda asked, surprised.

there too. Remember the first physics competition you entered? I

tried to recall.

you didn’t