When fate plays its hand (Miranda)

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Meanwhile, Miranda and Lionel sat outside the café, watching through the large windows. Although they couldn’t hear what was being said, Mindy’s expressions shifted from dazed to serious, then to apologetic.

That would suggest the conversation wasn’t going well.

Warren stood up, ready to leave, but suddenly, Mindy looked up and said something. It was as i candle within him, and Warren seemed to come alive.

lit a

He sat back down, and they resumed their discussion. This time, Mindy spoke much more, and the initial stiffness in her expression gradually turned into one of renewed vitality.

When they finally finished, Warren stood up and extended his hand again. “Ms. Harrison, I look forward to a successful partnership.”

This time, Mindy didn’t hesitate. She stood and shook his hand. “Thank you. To be honest, if you had shown me the proofread draft from the beginning, this conversation would have gone much smoother.”

Warren replied, “Words are sacred. They can tell stories, convey emotions, and celebrate beauty, but they should never be used as tools of moral coercion.”

Mindy sighed softly, “You’re a good editor. I hope this time… She paused, hoping she wouldn’t misjudge. again.

On the way home, Miranda asked Mindy about her impression of Warren.

and genuine,” Mindy

reached

it hard to refuse. Then I thought, things couldn’t possibly get worse than they are

as Miranda reviewed the contract details, she

looked over.

leaned in. “Is there a

isn’t just fair, it’s remarkably in

not just her books. Warren had broken the

both Lionel and Mindy felt

background information

“Is he

up in four words. “Top of

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to the train station. She stood by the gate, watching them walk away until they were out of sight before

see Paul holding a stack

door.

Miranda climbed the last step and stood face to

dad home?”