When fate plays its hand (Miranda)

Chapter 0816

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Aren then stepped into the kitchen, asking Fiona if she needed any help. She shot him a look. “Even if I did, you wouldn’t be of much use. When have you ever done anything in the kitchen?”

“Heh… fair point. But I can keep you company.

Fiona glanced toward the living room. “That Paul seems like a great young man. Handsome, well–mannered, with an impeccable background.”

She added, “The Jeffersons are a prestigious family, and more importantly, they’re known – for their strong family values. You never hear of any scandals from their side!”

Aren raised an eyebrow. “What’s all this about? Although I agree, Paul is quite impressive.”

She gave him a knowing look. “Don’t you think he and Mimi…”

“Hah! Don’t start imagining things. The man said it himself–he’s just a friend. You’re reading too much into it.”

“I’m not imagining anything,” Fiona replied, a touch defensive. “But whether it’s just friendship or something more, shouldn’t we at least look out for Mimi and make sure she’s in good company?”

“She’s not a little kid anymore! Who she befriends is her business. We shouldn’t interfere,

11 Aren said.

that. I’m not trying to meddle… I’m just sharing my thoughts about

up

smirked. “Do I seem like the

then quickly answered, “No, of

the way, did you notice? Sam seemed a

I didn’t notice anything

obvious. He’s been sulking since he walked in. He barely said a word and just buried himself in work. You didn’t pick up on

with stress from work. Men his age are supposed to push themselves hard. Running into

so,” Fiona murmured while letting out a quiet

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the table, and Paul was

warmly. “Mimi mentioned you prefer lighter flavors, so 1 whipped up a couple of dishes with that in mind. I hope they

coolding was undeniably excellent, and Pad demonstrated his approval by thoroughly enjoying the meal.

food on his plate, Paul glanced at

“Grandma, let us serve ourselves, You

Fiona relented, but she still placed some food on Paul’s plate, albeit

out a small sigh of

spoon to add food to his plate.

I’m not a

eyes,” she