When fate plays its hand (Miranda)

Chapter 0816

+25 BONUS

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

thoughts to yourself. Don’t bring this up in front

“Do I seem like

answered,

she lowered her voice. “By the way, did

he? I didn’t notice anything

He’s been sulking since he walked in. He barely said a word and just

supposed to push themselves hard. Running into challenges is

murmured while letting out a quiet

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the houselsonquer brought the dishes to the table, and Paul was

flavors, so 1 whipped up a couple of dishes with that in mind. I hope they suit your

and Pad demonstrated his approval by thoroughly enjoying the meal. Feeling

the impressive mountain of food on his plate, Paul glanced at Miranda for

“Grandma, let us serve ourselves,

but she still placed some food

out a

favorite,” Fiona said, using the serving spoon to add

not a kid, I can serve

all kids in my eyes,” she quipped