When fate plays its hand (Miranda)

Chapter 0661

Miranda joked, “Ten thousand dollars to invest in all our lab projects, Jack? That’s a bit of a bargain, don’t you think?”

Jack laughed. “I wouldn’t dream of it! Just one project will be more than enough.”

With the offer made, Miranda accepted, though Jack had no idea that his casual gift would bring him. substantial returns in the future.

After moving to the new lab, their temporary lab at Dunham College was no longer needed. Charles had initially kindly lent it to them, partly because of Paul’s influence, but Miranda still felt grateful.

On Saturday, she brought some flowers and fruit to thank Charles in person and return the lab keys.

Charles’s office was on the third floor of the administrative building at Dunham College, and since. Miranda had visited twice before, she knew the way there.

She knocked on the door. “Dr. Fischer, are you in?”

A voice quickly replied, “Come in.”

Upon entering, she found Charles’s office as simple and bright as she remembered. There was only a desk, couch, coffee table, and bookshelves. A tea set sat steaming on the table, filling the room with a soothing aroma.

there too. Clearly, the tea had been prepared for

“Miranda, you’re here.”

morning, Dr. Jefferson, Dr. Fischer! Have you both had lunch yet?” Miranda asked

her. “I have. You didn’t have to bring

small gesture,” Miranda replied lightly. “You

a way with words, young lady. No point in arguing with that logic. We’ll

Miranda nodded with a smile, playing

laugh. “Look at

“No, I think

and awkward all at once. It would be easier if he’d just

Charles added,

wonder people from Dunham are ready to jump in

softened as Miranda shifted uncomfortably. Sensing her discomfort, Paul stepped

letting us use the lab,” Miranda said, setting the keys on the table.

sooner had she stepped out than Paul rose

“Hey, weren’t we going to discuss the direction for next