When fate plays its hand (Miranda)

Chapter 0822

Fiona beamed. “This outfit looks great! And so festive! And look at that–Miranda is also wearing a red sweater today. You two cousins are so in sync!”

Sam glanced at Miranda. She was indeed wearing a red sweater paired with a white scarf. The combination of crimson and snowy white immediately drew the eye.

Noticing his gaze, Fiona smiled proudly. “Well? Doesn’t Mimi look beautiful dressed like this?”

Sam nodded and quickly averted his gaze. “Yes. She’s indeed beautiful.” His tone was calm like he was merely agreeing with Fiona, leaving no room for further interpretation.

Walking over to the coffee table, he noticed the rows of Easter baskets. “You’re distributing baskets this year?”

Aren gestured at him to join. “Don’t just stand there. Give us a hand!”

“Alright,” Sam replied, rolling up his sleeves and sitting beside Miranda.

With Sam’s help, the task progressed much faster. Before long, all the baskets were stuffed, leaving behind a pile of used ribbons and leftover chocolate bunnies.

6:00 pm, the sky was dark. At some point, snow

The contrast between the biting

the walls, Fiona emerged from the kitchen, announcing cheerfully, “The last dish

were set, chairs were pulled out, and glasses were filled. Just as the final dish was

Miranda said, standing up

breath, “Who shows up uninvited on the day before

door opened, and soon a bright, cheerful voice echoed through

voice… Sam’s

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could react, the visitor strode confidently into the living room. “Mom, Dad, Tim and

coat. Her hair was carefully styled and pinned up, making her look especially

He carried several shopping bags and greeted the room warmly. “Mom, Dad,

his gaze fell briefly on Mindy before

catch slightly in his throat, though he managed to say it