When fate plays its hand (Miranda)

Chapter 0976

“Um… Did I say anything wrong?” Miranda asked.

The veins in Paul’s forehead were throbbing.

She began analyzing with a smile. “The fact that he gave me a reminder instead of demanding an answer in a rage shows that he has a kind nature. At the very least, his values are solid.

“Once everything was cleared up, he was able to take things in stride and let go without being clingy. That means he has boundaries and self–respect.

“As for being professional… He has a lot of knowledge in material sciences. Otherwise, the person in charge over at Zettenburg wouldn’t hold him in high regard at such a young age.”

The more Paul listened, the tighter his grip on the steering wheel became.

Finally, he was unable to bear it. “Then-‘

Turning to Miranda, he noticed her teasing and amused gaze. “Were you doing that on purpose?”

She feigned innocence. “I was just giving an objective evaluation. What do you mean by doing it on purpose?”

Paul cleared his throat. “Then tell me… Between him and me, who’s the better one, and who’s more professional?”

Miranda couldn’t help but burst into laughter. She laughed so hard that her eyes crinkled, and her stomach began to ache. “I… thought you wouldn’t ask, but you actually did!”

that you didn’t do it on purpose? You’re caught

She continued laughing.

“You’re still laughing?”

I laugh? You’re so

frustration flashed through Paul’s eyes.

couldn’t

continue laughing, believe me…

gave him a defiant smirk, like a rebellious student going against

seat belt and leaned in closer to her. The sudden decrease in distance brought their breaths close

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laughing abruptly. Her breath was caught in her throat as she tried to speak, “You… What

still

help but swallow nervously when she noticed the unmistakable intensity in

caught in

say something, Paul suddenly withdrew and pressed his back to the seat with

to eat?” He composed himself and turned

don’t want the answer to the

Sawyer, who

“I do, but

that?”