When fate plays its hand (Miranda)

Chapter 0685

Paul ended the call and relayed the news to Miranda and Sam. Just then, another clap of thunder echoed overhead, and a damp breeze swept by. Miranda frowned. “It looks like it’s going to rain again.”

“There’s a small square gazebo nearby. We can take shelter there,” Sam said, glancing around and spotting a small resting spot not far off.

Miranda nodded. With no option to leave, they had to wait there for the rescue team.

Sam then carried her over to the gazebo, and Miranda patted his shoulder. “You can set me down now.”

Sam gently lowered her, and Paul stayed close to support her in case she stumbled. Fortunately, Miranda had injured only one foot, allowing her to balance on the other.

With their help, she hopped over to a bench inside the gazebo. Paul unzipped his bag and took out a thermos. “There’s still some warm water left. Drink a little more.”

of women’s athletic wear, complete with a top and pants. Her eyes

picked this up on the way in a rush. It might not be perfect, but it’ll do for

he hadn’t thought to bring any of this. When he’d heard the news, his mind had focused entirely on her

clothes immediately. Paul and I will walk a little way

Miranda nodded. “Alright.”

towel along with

her throat. She’d always known Paul was meticulous, but experiencing it firsthand like this was

the bone earlier, and her skin was covered in goosebumps. Every gust

somewhat dry from her body heat, but the pain shot through her

on the sounds behind him. When he heard her sharp intake of breath, he instinctively clenched his fists, resisting the urge to turn and check on her.

the tension, though thankfully Miranda finished changing in only a few

dried her hair with