When fate plays its hand (Miranda)

Chapter 0459

The television LCD screen had completely shattered beyond repair.

The adults from both families arrived late to the scene. First, they scolded their kids, then they turned and apologized to Lionel. At first glance, their manners seemed polite enough. However, after listening closely, their words sounded off–putting.

“Lionel, we’re really sorry, but you’re a rich man now. A TV isn’t that expensive, right? It shouldn’t be too big of a deal.”

“Kids will always be kids. They’re always breaking and dropping things. Surely you wouldn’t take it seriously with a couple of young kids, would you?”

“That’s right!” –

Lionel didn’t know how to respond. In the end, he could only let it go. It wasn’t as if he could really ask them to pay for the damage.

But still… his heart ached when he looked at the ruined television. It was brand new and cost over ten thousand dollars.

“Alright, alright. Everyone, let’s go to bed,” he said.

The next morning, Miranda was jolted awake by the sound of the television. She grabbed her phone to check the time. It wasn’t even 6:00 am..

in her mind. She sat up and rushed out of the room. Sure enough,

downstairs and saw the middle–aged women sitting on the couch, their eyes glued to the miniseries that were playing on

next.

was Mindy’s designated working time In the morning, and her study was on the first floor. There was

study before Miranda could say anything. The mother and daughter

froze the moment she saw Miranda,

stroked Miranda’s cheek, feeling sorry for

shook her head weakly. “It’s fine. I’ll go

wanted to go

ahead.” She sighed

and saw the messy living room, a stark contrast to its usual tidy state. Mindy decided to retreat to her study. Out

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over to her with a smile. “Mindy, it’s already 7:00 am. Have you not made breakfast yet? We

patiently, “Mimi has gone to buy

the word, her tone full

a row of shops selling breakfast just outside the neighborhood. They sell everything you could

everyone. If she can do it, why can’t you? Doesn’t it cost money to buy