When fate plays its hand (Miranda)

Chapter 0905

On second thought, Sawyer figured that Sam was Miranda’s older cousin. It was normal for him to be annoyed after seeing through his intentions. After all, it was natural for families to feel protective over young women like Miranda.

Sawyer quickly put on a smile. “Mr. Cooper, you’re right. Since I’ve delivered the invitation, I won’t disturb you any further.”

Tactfully, he took his leave, and Fiona walked him to the door.

At this point, Joli also spoke up, “Thank you for your hospitality, Mrs. Garrison. The food was delicious, and the strawberries were so sweet. It’s time for me to head back now.”

“Oh, are you not staying for dinner?” Fiona asked.

“No, no. I still have some work to do.” Joli waved his hands hastily.

“Alright then. Make sure to visit often!”

“Yes, ma’am.”

Joli turned to change into his shoes.

Miranda called out to Ian Lane, the chauffeur. “Mr. Lane, please give him a ride back.”

Joli waved her off. “There’s no need. I can go back to the lab myself.”

“Who said you can go back to the lab?”

“Huh?”

“Mr. Lane, drop him off at the entrance of Bedford College and make sure he

goes

in.”

to the lab and pull

resigned himself to his fate. He shuffled out of the door and got

was, Sam turned his gaze to Paul. He stood there, looking unconcerned and indifferent. The more Sam

Jefferson, are you particularly

a hint for him to take his

“I just finished a project, so I’m

glanced at his wristwatch. “It’s

replied smoothly, “Alright, I’ll head back then. Luckily, I’ve

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have a meal after reheating them. Mrs. Garrison, thank you for today, and sorry for the trouble. Please take care of your

leaving. “How can you eat

Paul put on a

buts. It’s settled. You must

“Well… alright then.”

it!”

a loss for words. What a line! Reheating leftovers in the fridge? He clearly

as if to say, “See, it was Mrs. Garrison who wanted me to stay. I

in frustration. He made no effort to hide

eyes.

from the study. “I heard that someone from

that child, Sawyer. He came over to deliver the

had happened. Why did he have to come over in person for

I thought as well. But Sawyer said they needed