When fate plays its hand (Miranda)

Chapter 0498

“What?” Calvin paused, not fully understanding.

“When I broke up with Miranda, did I make a mistake?” Hansel asked, his voice tinged with regret.

“Hans,” Calvin said, looking at him with a mix of pity and exasperation. “Are you only now realizing this?”

Hansel was at a loss for words.

“Miranda is an incredible woman! If it were me, I’d cherish her so much that-” Calvin started, then abruptly caught himself.

“I mean, not that I have any feelings like that, of course I’m just saying that if I were in your shoes, I’d never let her go.”

A good woman like Miranda wouldn’t stay on the market for long. Once someone let her go, plenty of people would go after her!

“To be honest, Miranda looked so happy when she came to celebrate my birthday. Then you broke up with her in front of everyone. I was completely shocked!”

Calvin continued. “Even Zach pulled me aside afterward and said you were going to mess things up for yourself sooner or later.”

But none of them had expected it to happen so quickly. They thought there would be more back–and–forth between Hansel and Miranda, especially given their history. Who knew that Miranda was serious this time

you’re feeling, but Miranda… she’s not the same as before,” Calvin said

I messed up. I even apologized,” Hansel said while looking down. His hands

what can I do to win her back?” he asked, desperation creeping into

at a loss for words. Knowing Miranda’s personality, he understood that reconciliation was nearly impossible. But how could he break

the sadness in Hansel’s eyes made

softly, “there are plenty of good women out there. Maybe it’s time to move on. You might even find a new surprise waiting for

small

in his hand until the tobacco spilled out

always comes

for a driver for 5593?” a

“Hans, I’m heading out now. You… take care, alright?”

“Try not

that, Calvin got into the car and left. Meanwhile, Hansel

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lost in thought.

the streetlights cast a soft light on him, yet a strange chill seemed to seep

clear and bright. The sun was warm, and

visiting the Old City last time, Lionel now

the Hillside Garden were crowded and required reservations, not