When fate plays its hand (Miranda)

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Miranda got straight to the point. “Joli, did you apply to use the C122 lab room?”

“C122?” Joli was momentarily taken aback. He couldn’t fully process the question.

Miranda continued, “I’ve checked the details of your current research project, and it doesn’t require the use of the CPRT measurement device.”

Joll lowered his gaze. The initial surprise had disappeared from his face. At that moment, Joli regained his composure.

By the time he looked up again, the confusion in his eyes was replaced by a calm, steady gaze. “Yes, I applied for the lab.”

Miranda and Sebastian exchanged a glance.

“I needed the room, so I applied for it. Is there an issue?” he asked.

Miranda questioned, “Then why was the lab not in use after I passed by several times?”

“I don’t use that lab frequently, but I need it on occasion.”

the tip of her tongue. She had intended to

resource hoarding. Everyone shared the faculty resources on a first–come,

asked, “So how long

sure,”

Miranda nodded toward him calmly and gestured for

leave.

Instead, his brow was furrowed. He returned to the lab and finished up his remaining tasks. After changing his clothes, he headed toward the administrative

office door wasn’t fully closed. As Joli approached the door, he overheard a voice coming from

It was Yasmine’s.

apply for the national scholarship? We’ve already bent the

you. You’ve just started school, and your name is already out there. It’s better to

areas.

national scholarship. Besides, why should

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impatient and her tone

was still unconvinced. “But I’ve published papers

to spell out how you got

immediately cozied up to Sophie. “Aunt Sophie, don’t be angry! The reason I wanted the national scholarship was to bring honor to the Xander family