When fate plays its hand (Miranda)

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Miranda looked closely at the display again and shook her head. “No, it doesn’t mention that.”

Mindy walked over and stood next to her daughter, both of them facing the information board. “It says here that after the reform and opening–up period, Garrison Garden was returned to the Garrison family. Since it was given back, this place should technically be private property.”

But if it was privately owned, then why was it open to the public? And even more puzzling, why didn’t they charge an entrance fee? It was almost like they were running a charity.

Mindy thought it was strange, but she didn’t dwell on it too much. The three of them continued walking toward the eastern gate.

They couldn’t help but notice how large the garden was; after walking for nearly ten minutes, they finally arrived at another pavilion. Next to it was a small bamboo grove with stone pathways that led deep into the dense greenery, creating a tranquil and secluded atmosphere.

As the wind blew, the bamboo leaves rustled softly, and it seemed to carry a faint scent of the bamboo itself.

Following the signs, they made their way forward. Lionel walked ahead, snapping photos as he went and marveling. “This place is simply stunning!”

through a small courtyard, went through a narrow gate, and suddenly found themselves in an

the center of the structure hung a

They w

to enter the house itself and could only

marked boundary. Suddenly, fragmented memories flashed through her mind, too fleeting for

growing sense of familiarity washed over her. It

had been admiring the scenery, turned toward her. She noticed Mindy standing there, looking

as well and asked, “Are you feeling overheated? Do you need to

“No, I’m fine. It’s just that… this place is so

people actually did live here once. The previous owner of this garden used to stay here with their family. Back then, it was private property, not

life scattered around the buildings. Several times, she spotted childish doodles etched into the pillars and railings–marks left by some mischievous child from long ago, now faded by

when they decided not to retrace their steps. Instead, they chose a different path, and–just like that–they

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the bamboo groves