When fate plays its hand (Miranda)

Chapter 0482

Willow watched Hansel’s figure as he walked away. Today, she noticed for the first time that he drove a Porsche, wore a custom Armani suit, and had a Patek Philippe watch on his wrist.

She glanced down at the cake in her hand, her expression becoming more thoughtful.. Meanwhile, Miranda wasn’t at school because she had gone out shopping with Mindy. She requested leave from her classes.

Since that day’s lessons were mostly just recaps and summaries of last week’s group project, which Madison and Sebastian could handle on their own, her professor swiftly approved her absence.

Tomorrow was the book signing event, and Mindy hadn’t attended a formal event like this in years. She rummaged through her wardrobe repeatedly, feeling that none of her existing outfits seemed quite right. It wasn’t that they were unwearable, but they just lacked that special touch.

Lionel looked at her with sincerity in his eyes. “Honey, you look beautiful in anything, truly!”

But this time, Mindy didn’t respond with her usual smile at his sweet words.

Miranda quickly understood. “Mom, let’s go buy something new! With all the shopping malls in Elgerson, we’re bound to find something you’ll love!”

Mindy’s eyes lit up. “Yes, yes, let’s do that!”

Lionel scratched his head, looking puzzled. “Huh? Why didn’t my compliment work this time?”

the luxury brand stores on the

marvel, “This mall is

on the fourth floor. Mindy’s attention was soon caught by a book

“Luxus Emporium Rendezvous“, which looked like at bookstore but wasn’t

one. As they entered, the rich aroma of freshly brewed coffee filled the air, followed by a section offering

displays, a reading area, a lounge area, and a selection of creative products for sale. What caught Mindy’s attention most was

words like “Best–seller“, “Popular“, and “In Demand” plastered

Days” occupied the prime spot on the central book display.

that area were holding copies of

her on the phone how popular the book was, seeing it first

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Mindy in awe.

her daughter with a slightly dazed

to buy a copy on the spot and handed