When fate plays its hand (Miranda)

Chapter 0843

Fiona held Mindy’s hand tightly. “It’s been over 20 years. I never dared to dream that this day would come. Fortunately, fate hadn’t treated me too harshly and finally allowed our family to reunite.‘

Seeing her reddened eyes, Aren chuckled to lighten the mood. “Have you forgotten what the doctor said again? You should smile more on such a joyful occasion like today!”

Mindy nodded. “Dad is right. Mom, you should smile for us.”

Fiona burst out laughing. “At my age, crying makes me look ugly. Smiling isn’t much better. Really now…”

“Not at all! You have the elegance of a lady cultivated through your years and the grace gifted by time.” Mindy’s words brought a bright smile to Fiona’s face.

Lionel silently gave his wife a thumbs up. It was impressive how she had a way with words!

Suddenly, there was a knock on the door, followed by Sam’s voice, “Grandpa, it’s me.‘

Aren cleared his throat. “Come in.”

Sam pushed the door open and entered. His gaze was immediately drawn to Miranda, who stood between Lionel and Mindy.

A flicker of amazement flashed in his eyes, but he quickly concealed it before saying, “The guests have mostly arrived. The ceremony can begin any minute now.”

“Alright, let’s head out. We shouldn’t keep the guests waiting.‘

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was bustling with guests and dazzlingly lit. The Garrison family had invited a large number of guests from various industries, but

plenty of familiar faces

They’ve kept such a low profile over the years and turned down nearly all invitations by invoking the old traditions of their family. However, they come running when

as he held his champagne glass. He was only here for gossip. “And then there’s that famous director from the Sullivan family. He thought he

I tried to invite him to dinner, and he replied that he was too busy for social gatherings. Yet here he is. Isn’t this

your jealousy from here. Do you really think your influence

Zach added, “I’m just stating the obvious

aback, Calvin looked at Zach’s empty hands. “Are you not having a

Hearing Calvin’s words, he simply replied, “I

drink plenty, even when you had to drive. Hang on… Why are you looking around like

hear a word Calvin said. His eyes lit up when he spotted someone. “Uh, excuse me. Something came up, so I need

for Calvin’s response and strode quickly toward the entrance. At that moment, the

with a grin,

who suddenly appeared before her.

“Yes.”

looked skeptical. “Who