When fate plays its hand (Miranda)

Chapter 0501

When Minnie disappeared, she was already 22 years old. Even if she had been unable to control her situation back then, after more than 20 years, she would surely have found a way to contact her parents if she were still alive.

But there had been nothing–not a single call, not even a message. Yet the old couple wouldn’t listen, refusing to give up. At an age when they should have been enjoying a peaceful retirement, they were instead wandering from place to place in a foreign land

Sam felt a tug at his heart but said lightly, “Come on, let’s check out the backyard.”

“Yes, let’s go! Minnie always loved the swing set and the wisteria in the backyard,” Fiona said eagerly.

Sam held his grandmother’s arm, helping her as they walked. Halfway there, his phone rang. He glanced at the screen, noting the caller’s name.

He then subtly turned his phone so his grandmother couldn’t see it.

“Grandma, I’ll just step outside to take this call,” he said.

“Alright,” Fiona nodded.

Once he was outside the main building, Sam finally answered the call.

“Mom, what is it?” he asked.

up? Nelly Garrison’s tone sounded irritated, clearly showing her impatience. “Where are

Sam replied calmly, “I was busy,

Who are you with?” she

“Mom, I’m not a criminal. There’s no need to

voice sharpened suddenly. “You’ve got it backward, don’t you? I’m the one treated like a criminal! All of you are on your guard against me as

would you say that?” Sam asked, trying

have to ask–why didn’t you tell me that your grandparents were back in the country? Nelly accused. Sam was at a loss for

knew it! You did

he sighed, feeling a wave of

them right now, aren’t you? I already went to the Garrison estate, and the butler told me you picked them up. Are you still going

in the best emotional state Tight now. It’s better

“What do you mean by that? Just because she’s upset, I

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her daughter!

communicate with Sam instead of talking to her. Even when she tried to reach out, they always

“You know the reason, Mom. Do

say it! I dare you to say it! I want to hear what’s really