When fate plays its hand (Miranda)

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Silas said, “Still pretending you’re not into Miranda? You’re this worked up over her–it’s obvious you care. Guess I finally got you to admit it.”

Paul stayed silent.

Silas continued, “If you’re unsure, just ask her. Be direct. You said it yourself–Miranda doesn’t like people beating around the bush.”

Paul looked thoughtful.

“Stop dragging your feet! Wait too long, and she’ll end up with someone else. Let’s be real. You won’t get anything done until you clear this up.”

“Who says I’m not getting anything done?”

“Ha! You’re messing up basic data and still claiming that?” Silas pointed at the screen. ” Stubborn as ever.”

Paul glanced at the monitor, and a flicker of embarrassment crossed his face.

Silas patted him on the shoulder. “Good luck, bro!” He turned and headed back to his lab bench.

“When did you figure it out?” Paul asked suddenly.

Silas paused and smirked as he turned back. “Oh, the way you look at her gave it away ages ago. All those exceptions you made for her and the softer tone whenever you talked to her. Come on. Do you think I wouldn’t notice? Do you think I’m blind?”

Paul’s face turned awkward. “Is it… that obvious?”

“What do you think?”

you guys talking about? Can you fill me in?” Elizabeth walked in and

immediately masked his reaction and

he flashed Paul an “OK” sign as if to say, Relax. I’ve

secret, Dr. Quinton? Is it

directed at Silas, her gaze subtly shifted toward Paul, who sat a

“Lizzy, you already said it’s a top–secret project, so you shouldn’t be asking too many

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Chapter 0779

with his hands

couldn’t hide anything from him, and Elizabeth’s was

him with a smile as he approached.

you for your

Bryan raised an eyebrow.

rushing the experimental progress, so no one had been pulling all- nighters. Where was the hard work in

Standing at the apartment building entrance, he glanced

but lost interest the moment he opened

began typing. Half an hour later, he glanced at the time. Another half

leaned back and rubbed his temples.

tea,

cup was empty, so he went

he drank, his gaze involuntarily drifted toward the wall. It was

of an engine outside

spotted Sam’s car parked on the street. Miranda stepped out, with Sam following close behind. They seemed

you up,” Sam