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.”

Miranda watched in amazement as he pulled out a set of women’s athletic wear, complete with a

be perfect, but it’ll

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

soaked. You should change into dry clothes immediately. Paul

Miranda nodded. “Alright.”

along with the clothes. “Remember to

in her throat. She’d always known Paul was

was covered in goosebumps. Every gust of night wind. felt like it was cutting right

away and walked off, she quickly changed out of her wet clothes. Her underlayer was somewhat dry from her body heat, but the pain

but pick up 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. He reassured himself that she would call if

shared the tension, though thankfully Miranda finished changing in only a few minutes. “All done,” she

seated as she dried her hair with the towel. Her long hair fell loosely around her shoulders, her cheeks had a slight flush, but her lips were