When fate plays its hand (Miranda)

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Paul was waiting for her? What for?

“Is there something important you need from me?” Miranda immediately became serious.

I

“Yes, and I think it’s… good news for you.”

“What is it?” Miranda’s eyes sparkled with curiosity. The more Paul teased, the more curious she became.

“Well, here’s the thing…”

The previous day, Paul had visited a friend at the neighboring Dunham College and “casually” made a small request.

“Dr. Fischer has agreed to free up one of their biology labs for you. I went to check it out, and it has all the equipment you need, including the CPRT measurement device.”

“Really? That’s amazing!” Miranda nearly jumped with joy.

It was like the perfect solution had fallen into her lap just when she needed it most. She had been. stressed about finding a lab, but Paul had already taken care of everything!

It felt like being rescued just when she was about to be left out in the cold, and the place was prepared specifically for her.

her excitement, Miranda rushed forward and grabbed Paul’s sleeve. “Dr. Jefferson, you’re just the best!” Her bright eyes shimmered, practically glowing

met,

the fabric of his shirt, Paul could feel the warmth of

Paul smiled at

realized she might have gotten a little carried away. She quickly pulled her hand away. “Sorry, Dr. Jefferson, I got too

brief flicker of disappointment in his eyes.

for dinner later–no

apartment.

dim eyes lit up at her

his coat. He then rolled up his sleeves and

Paul took care of everything before she could. He moved around her kitchen with such ease, seemingly more

rhythm. Miranda would reach out for something, and Paul

dishes, and a stew were ready on the table. Outside, the wind howled through the dark night, but inside,

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haven.

drink alcohol, nor would he let her, so she didn’t even bother to ask. She said, Thanks, Dr.

for treating me to another

even?”