When fate plays its hand (Miranda)

Chapter 0716

Miranda turned, and Sam met her gaze with a frown.

“Mr. Cooper, I think I’ve troubled you again.”

He paused briefly, then gave her a faint smile. “I love being troubled by you.”

Miranda lowered her eyes. “But your love… I don’t have much to offer in return. I can only thank you. Is it really worth it?”

Her words carried a subtle double meaning

Sam hadn’t expected her to be so direct. He hesitated for a moment and continued to smile. “You’ve made your stance clear, and I’ve made mine. Refusing is your right, but continuing to pursue you is my choice. And I’ve always believed…

She looked at him.

He met her gaze and emphasized each word with intention. “Where there’s a will, there’s a way worked out yet, it’s just not the right time.”

“And if the right time never comes?” she asked.

“Then, I’ll keep waiting.

“You’ll only end up disappointed.”

■I’m not worried. I know how to take a loss.”

If it hasn’t

then stepped into the car and sat in the passenger seat. She took off the

to leave it in the backseat, then started the engine and drove

Dr. Jefferson taught me how to handle situations like being blinded by high beams. Otherwise, I might’ve panicked, missed the brake, and instinctively swerved

Bram, and Tobin squatting just outside. If any of them had jumped out,

caught on immediately. “He taught

think much of the question and answered honestly. “He’s been helping me practice

was calm, but there was an edge to it. “Isn’t he busy? How does he find time to

doesn’t seem that busy. He’s been home on weekends

a subtle

Miranda perked up. “Last time, and even before that… “Dr. Jefferson has

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most patient person I’ve ever

anyone. Others say

about Paul’s qualities, Sam’s face stayed neutral, but his thoughts churned

cursed silently, “Patient? That’s only because he’s up to something. Calm? It depends on who he’s

alley, Sam suddenly pulled over. The sudden stop jolted Miranda

her with a hint of

fine. Thanks for

seatbelt and pushed the door open, ready to

after her. “Next time, don’t try to handle things alone. If money

for time.”