When fate plays its hand (Miranda)

Chapter 0951

“That’s more like it.” Madison hung up, but she still found it strange.

Whenever they went out together before, Sebastian was always the one who arrived first. He would have already bought her favorite latte and snacks by the time she showed up on the dot.

But today, something felt off.

The feeling only grew stronger when Sebastian finally arrived.

Madison tilted her head and blinked at him. “You’re upset, aren’t you?”

“No.”

“Liar! You’re totally upset. What happened? Who upset you?”

Sebastian stared at her intently, his gaze making Madison’s heart skip a beat. “Why… Why are you looking at me like that?”

He averted his eyes but insisted, “I’m not angry.

“You are!”

“I’m not!”

“You are!”

They started arguing like children right there in the middle of the street.

Sebastian snapped, “Fine, then tell me why you think I’m upset!”

“You’re clearly upset everywhere! Your eyes, nose, mouth, eyebrows, hair, and even your eyelashes are saying that you’re angry!”

He was rendered speechless.

more, you didn’t bring a

his breath, “You already ate with someone

Huh?

Wait, what?

“Seb, that sounds off.”

and deliberately looked

darted around. “So… Did you see me having a meal with

He snorted once more.

+25 BONUS

to a meal before heading back to his hometown. His mom insisted on expressing her gratitude. How could I say

tell me,”

important, and it didn’t mess with our plans. Why would I need to tell you? Plus, you didn’t ask. How

face brightened instantly. “Well… ahein! So, how was the

reviewing it seriously. “The roasted chicken was pretty good. It’s a recommended dish online for

stew. The mutton was so

widely, like a Cheshire cat.

course! You’re smiling

latte?

lit up instantly.

Miranda woke up early and ate her breakfast before cleaning her apartment

head out. “Miranda, you’re back…” At the same time, the door across the hall opened. Paul was dressed in a casual suit,

afternoon, Dr. Jefferson.” Miranda greeted him with

out? Let’s

returned the smile. “Are you heading go

“Alright.”

had happened. They exchanged pleasantries and walked side by side. Paul didn’t mention the two weeks of waiting and anguish he had suffered, while Miranda remained

had undeniably

the entrance of the building. Paul finally

with a smile, “I’m not driving today. Someone’s picking me