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.”

Miranda raised an eyebrow slightly. Hopefully, that

continued, “I officially apologize on her behalf.

to apologize for me? Stop being so

under the table.

managed to hold it

at him

won’t take

the college entrance exam?

“Maybe… After studying in high school for three years,

“That’s it?”

I need another

see, so she just

eating. Silas even noticed a rare smile tugging at Paul’s lips. It dawned on him that Paul hadn’t stepped in because he already knew Miranda could handle the situation on

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lost her appetite, tightened her lips as

was about to say something, Sandy discreetly patted her hand. “Alright, let’s not dwell on anything unpleasant. Just enjoy Bryan’s

good, and fish doesn’t make

at his watch. “It’s getting late. We

way. As they

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