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.

pm, the sky was dark. At some point, snow

atmosphere. The contrast between the biting cold outside and the laughter indoors was striking. It

the walls, Fiona emerged from the

bowls were set, chairs were pulled out, and glasses were filled. Just as the final dish was placed on the table and everyone began

Miranda

frowned, muttering under her breath, “Who shows up uninvited on the day

bright, cheerful voice

Sam’s

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or Fiona could react, the visitor strode confidently into the living room. “Mom, Dad, Tim and I decided to join you

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

Timothy, who was impeccably dressed in a tailored suit. He carried several shopping bags and greeted the room warmly. “Mom,

spoke, his gaze fell briefly on Mindy before shifting to

the name seeming to catch slightly in his throat,