When fate plays its hand (Miranda)

Chapter 0826

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“Why not sit down with him, talk it out, and explain what’s bothering you? Can’t you just tell him what you’re unhappy about and what you expect from him? Wouldn’t that be a more effective way to solve the problem at its core?” Mindy suggested.

Nelly clicked her tongue, her tone dripping with disdain. “There it is–that face of yours.”

She sneered. “That calm, detached look, like every difficult situation becomes so simple in your hands. As if you’re the only smart person in the world, the only one who can come up with solutions!”

“If I could actually demand anything of Timothy, why the hell would I come to you?” she roared, her voice filled with fury.

Mindy’s expression turned serious. “You’re his wife. Isn’t it natural for a married couple to communicate, to discuss things together?”

Nelly let out a hollow laugh. She bit her lip in frustration, and it seemed they might draw blood. “He doesn’t even treat me as his wife!” she spat.

Mindy was silent for a moment. Then, after a long pause, she raised her eyes and spoke with clarity. “I’m sorry, but I can’t meet your demand.”

“What do you mean by that?” Nelly’s eyes narrowed. “Are you saying you want to rekindle your relationship with him?”

“First, your demand is unreasonable. Why should I agree to it?” Mindy’s tone was calm but

firm.

that mean I can’t even

obligation to give you any guarantees, just as you have no right to

of

Some people simply couldn’t grasp reason, no matter how many times it was explained to them. They’d remain

away, she started walking

voice darkened. “Aren’t you afraid I’ll

between you and Timothy? Do you think he’d still treat you the same if

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smile. “Go ahead, tell him.

afraid?” Nelly stammered, her

should I be? He already

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did you say? Lionel knows about you and Timothy?” Nelly’s

disbelief.

he naturally had questions. It’s only normal for him to ask, and I

“And

Nelly’s eyes widened

Mindy nodded. “Of course.”

not angry?” Nelly’s