When fate plays its hand (Miranda)

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“Aunt Sophie?” Yasmine looked confused.

“You had him do the work, then scratched his name off the list. Do you think Theodore would take that lying down?” Sophie scolded.

“Why should I care if he’s upset? Am I supposed to be afraid of him?” Yasmine tilted her chin defiantly.

“You don’t need to fear him–he’s just a poor boy from the countryside. But have you thought about what happens if he feels wronged, watches everyone else win awards while he gets nothing, and then figures out there’s something fishy going on? What if he decides to blow everything up in retaliation?”

“He won’t figure it out. That idiot couldn’t even see through a scam, let alone something like this. He’s too stupid for that.”

Sophie didn’t share her confidence. “Don’t forget, Theodore has Joli backing him up.

Yasmine snorted. “Don’t get me started on Joli. Aunt Sophie, do you know he’s out there brazenly working a side job off–campus? I heard he’s out from dawn to dusk. It’s like he’s not even a proper student anymore.

“Last week, I asked him to work on a couple of papers, and do you know what he did? He hung up on me! He’s getting bolder by the day, and it’s clear he doesn’t respect you as his mentor at all.”

Sophie’s expression darkened.

fuel to the fire. “Oh, and guess what? Joli seems to be on good terms with

told you that?” Sophie

need anyone to tell me. It’s obvious! If they weren’t close, why would Miranda personally send him an invitation to the opening

received an invitation?” Sophie’s voice

Sophie, you didn’t know?” Yasmine feigned shock. “That news has been all over campus! Everyone’s been saying how impressive Joli is and how much

Sophie’s tone dripped

hid a satisfied

Theodore’s name was taken off the list.

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from him. He’s

Just make sure you don’t leave any loose ends,” Sophie

worry, Aunt Sophie. He wouldn’t

“I can’t protect you forever. You need to

results. The more papers, the better. You have the talent, and

obediently, even though she felt unsure deep down. “I understand, Aunt