When fate plays its hand (Miranda)

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Fortunately, for now, Fiona was satisfied with Lionel as a son–in–law. He was gentle, attentive, and thoughtful, with decent looks and a respectable height.

Having graduated from Queenstone College and now working as a physics teacher at a prestigious high school, he might not be wealthy, but he was certainly respectable.

“The sourdough and maple oatmeal bread are so good,” Fiona said after a few bites while nodding in approval.

Aren, who had already finished his first slice, was helping himself to a second. “You should try the pumpkin seed one with butter–now that’s bread.”

Feeling somewhat embarrassed by the praise, Lional chuckled sheepishly and scratched his head. “As long as you both enjoy them, that’s all that matters. I’ve made extra, so let me know if you need more.”

“You’ve been busy since early morning; come, sit and eat with us. You’ve worked hard enough,” Fiona encouraged warmly.

Lionel nodded with a smile. He grabbed a slice and took a seat beside Mindy. “It’s no trouble at all. It’s what I

should do.”

The family’s cheerful and harmonious atmosphere made Nelly, sitting off to the side, feel somewhat like an outsider. She pursed her lips slightly before quickly recovering her composure and smiling. “Dad, Mom, I’ve booked a table at a nice restaurant for lunch. Let’s go out and celebrate our family reunion.”

Aren frowned at the suggestion. With Fiona’s current health, the heavy oil and salty dishes typically served at restaurants were unsuitable for her.

Mindy paused, clearly thinking along the same lines, and then said, “Going out is too much hassle. Why don’t we just eat at home? Lionel is a great cook, and it’ll be more comfortable.”

agreed. “It’s farmers market day, so I can pick up fresh ingredients. Lunch

feigned concern. “Won’t that

all,”

as he bit into the bread. “Great, then we’ll get to

Nelly’s opinion, and the decision was

and grabbed a small cart to head to the market. Miranda slipped on her shoes

“Sure thing.”

Lionel seemed

a bit later than usual today,”

nodded while smiling. “I had some guests

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today’s fish filet is fresh–want

give you

a beauty! Is she seeing anyone?

graduate student at

luxury cars parked outside the Suttons‘ house and speculated

guests. They guessed that