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.

I’m just sharing my thoughts about

fine. But keep your thoughts to yourself. Don’t bring this up in

like

answered,

lowered her voice. “By the way, did

he? I didn’t

in. He barely said a word and just buried himself in work. You didn’t pick up

his age are supposed to push themselves hard. Running into challenges is normal.

murmured while letting

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brought the dishes to the table, and Paul

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

Pad demonstrated his approval by thoroughly enjoying the meal. Feeling pleased by his enthusiasm, Fiona couldn’t resist piling

food on his

“Grandma, let us

Fiona relented, but she still placed some food on

a small sigh of

using the serving spoon to add food

chuckled helplessly, “Grandma, I’m not a

my eyes,” she quipped with