When fate plays its hand (Miranda)

Chapter 0824

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Mindy smiled and said, “Preparing some fruit isn’t much trouble–it’ll be done in no time.

She also considered that the two chefs had already returned to their quarters for the holiday, and it wouldn’t hurt to let them rest for a bit. With that, she headed toward the

kitchen.

Fiona watched her daughter’s figure disappear, her gaze lingering with a smile that she couldn’t bear to shift away.

After the treatment period, with Fiona’s active cooperation, her vision had improved significantly. While reading smaller text or printed books still required effort, she could now comfortably watch television and recognize faces in everyday life.

She felt immense gratitude for not giving up on treatment back then. Otherwise…

Now, she thought she could never get enough of looking at Mindy.

“Mom, it’s been getting colder lately. Didn’t you always say you liked the southern climate? I know a place in Jonford that’s perfect for escaping the cold. After Easter festivity’s over, how about I take you and Dad there for a while?”

up as she slid closer to Fiona with

home is just fine. If your dad and I want to go somewhere, we’ll arrange it ourselves. You don’t need to

you and Dad are perfectly capable of making arrangements,” Nelly replied, forcing a laugh. “But can’t I show some love as well

planning any long trips right now,” Fiona said, her tone more direct now. It was as if to leave no room for misunderstanding. She simply didn’t want to

Nelly’s grip tightened. “Is it because

a smile on her face, but inside, the sight of Aren and Fiona doting on Mindy–going out of their

but now it was spilling over. A

because I was the one who came back after Min and

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Chapter 0824

that she’s back, I thought maybe you’d let go of your resentment and finally accep me. But no–you’re still the same. What did I ever do wrong to deserve this?” Her voice cracked, carrying the faintest

to feel like an afterthought. Why was Mindy their

mean to tell me you don’t know

from the kitchen, carrying a fruit platter. She invited Nelly

Fiona to share some.

I brought a lot