When fate plays its hand (Miranda)

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Sandy looked puzzled. That was such a… humblebrag! Truly a humblebrag!”

Silas hadn’t expected dinner to come with such a big surprise. “So, you’re the student that Dr. Young always talks about–the one she ‘always regretted‘ losing! I can’t believe it… So, who’s your graduate advisor this year?”

Miranda replied, “Dr. Young.”

Silas clapped his hands. “The old lady must be over the moon now!”

Meanwhile, Elizabeth was still standing, her expression of questioning and smugness quickly shifting to awkwardness and embarrassment. She was stuck there, unsure whether to sit or stand.

Thankfully, Bryan jumped in to give her an out.

“Lizzy, sit–down. Let me grab you something to eat. The veggies are all on my side, so it’s easier for me to get them for you.”

“Thanks.” Elizabeth finally took her seat.

Bryan then turned to Miranda with an apologetic look. “Sorry about that, Miranda. Lizzy’s just like that- she likes to nitpick. But she means no harm. You’ll see once you get to know her better.”

an eyebrow slightly. Hopefully, that was truly

officially apologize on her behalf.

asked you to apologize for me? Stop being so presumptuous!” Elizabeth snapped, kicking him

under the table.

but managed to hold it in. Meanwhile, his face turned bright

at

said calmly, “I won’t take it to

I’m curious–why did you give up your guaranteed admission and choose to take the

After studying in high school for three years,

“That’s it?”

I need another

“I see, so she just took the exam for

big misunderstanding was cleared up, the atmosphere gradually became more harmonious. Everyone chatted and laughed while eating. Silas even noticed a rare smile tugging at Paul’s lips. It dawned on him that Paul hadn’t stepped in

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lost her appetite, tightened her lips as she watched everyone engaging with

something, Sandy discreetly patted her hand. “Alright, let’s

“This is really good, and fish doesn’t make you gain weight. Eat a little, I’ve made sure there’s no bone

they finished eating and stepped outside, it was already dark. Paul glanced at his watch. “It’s getting late. We

the same way. As they both had drunk some

car, it’ll be here soon. Lizzy and I are on the same route, so I’ll drop her off. Sandy,