When fate plays its hand (Miranda)

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Paul said, “You can use the lab at any time; there’s no need to clock in daily. Just come whenever you’re free.”

Miranda was currently working on digesting the stack of research papers Christine had given her and keeping up with the latest developments in her field. Now, with an official research project to complete, she was busier than ever.

Paul was aware of her workload. However, he knew that with her capabilities, managing her time well and staying on top of her tasks wouldn’t be a problem.

He then went over the lab’s specific guidelines and precautions with Miranda. Since each lab had different purposes, their rules varied as well. Miranda listened attentively, jotting down the key points in her notebook.

“At the moment, the lab is only being used by my research group. Besides me, there are four other group members. I’ll introduce you to them when we get a… Chance.

Before he could finish, a man in his 40s, who was wearing glasses, emerged from the break room on the

other side.

He was tall and heavily built, resembling a strong bear at first glance, yet he was holding a mug with what appeared to be tea leaves floating in it. There was still steam rising from the cup

“Hey, Paul, did we get a new member in the group?” The man’s curious gaze landed on Miranda, though it didn’t come across as intrusive. Instead, his curiosity was tempered with restraint, displaying politeness and a sense of propriety.

Paul introduced him, “This is Silas Quinton, a colleague of mine and a member of our group. He teaches introductory physics at Bedford College.”

there,” Silas greeted with a broad smile. His square face radiated an honest, good–natured air–he practically had “I’m an honest guy”

surprised for a couple of seconds before smiling and shaking his hand. “Hello,

Uh…

“Friend, I guess.”

Paul and Miranda before settling on her. He hadn’t seen Paul bring any friends

don’t need to call me Dr. Quinton all the time. Just call me Silas. We’re not at high school, so no need for formal titles–we’re all friends

his casual words, Miranda still respectfully

group members had arrived

She was dressed in a

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they were around the same age, but during their conversation, she found out

initially doing postdoctoral research in applied physics. When Paul extended an offer, she promptly joined his research

leaving little room for other activities. If she had any leisure interest, it

shows on her tablet while waiting for data

With no one else at home, she went back to care for

next to arrive, yawning as he entered. He’d been busy tweaking data and

finally

all agreed their lab was the