When fate plays its hand (Miranda)

Chapter 0968

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Before takeoff, Sawyer offered to use his frequent flyer miles to upgrade Miranda’s seat, but she declined. He looked a bit disappointed but could only leave it at that.

“I switched seats with the person next to you,” he said.

After all, most people would take the chance to move from economy to business class.

“Mr. Jensen, you don’t need to do this,” Miranda said seriously. It was the first time she had set a clear boundary.

She was not inexperienced with relationships. It was apparent Sawyer had feelings for her, and his affection was hard to miss.

Miranda hadn’t addressed it before because he hadn’t crossed any lines. He had been helpful to her in many ways, like arranging this trip to Zettenburg. His connections had made it possible for her to inspect the new materials in person.

Sawyer hadn’t confessed or acted inappropriately, so rejecting him outright felt unwarranted. Besides, she had been single then, and she figured some people just needed a little encouragement to speak up. Otherwise, he might never have made a move.

But now, with her commitment to Paul and Sawyer’s advances becoming more obvious, it was time to draw a line. If she didn’t, the misunderstandings would only deepen.

Sawyer seemed caught off guard but managed a chuckle. “It’s fine. I’m okay sitting in the economy seat with you.”

Miranda said nothing.

up, that was his choice. As long as both parties agreed, it wasn’t her

her work.

he flagged down a flight attendant. ‘Excuse

sir. What do

need?”

me connect to the Wi–Fi? It seems to have disconnected,”

the in–flight Wi–Fi is only available

mind,” Sawyer

boredom quickly set in. He couldn’t help but glance at Miranda occasionally, though he tried to be subtle about

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Chapter 0968

monotony of watching gave way to drowsiness,

and shoulders ached from the

switch back. There’s still an hour before we

His tone was

responded casually,

into icy water. It was unbearably