When fate plays its hand (Miranda)

Chapter 1037

As Paul changed into his slippers, he looked up and saw Lionel and Mindy at the table, getting ready to eat. The couple also looked up at him at the same time.

Paul’s mind went blank. The sudden, focused attention from both of them caught him off guard like time had just stopped.

Finally, Miranda broke the silence. “Dr. Jefferson, you’re back? Oh, these flowers…”

He was holding a bouquet of purple tulips, which he instinctively handed over. She smiled and accepted them.

Before he could say anything, Lionel and Mindy got up and walked over.

“Paul, are you done with work? Lionel’s eyes lit up in surprise.

Then, he pointed to Miranda. “I was planning to surprise her, but she turned the tables on me. Not only did she make dinner, but she invited you over. Guess we’re the ones who got surprised!” He laughed loudly.

Paul was left confused, and Miranda just looked at him in disbelief.

Could her father really think she invited Paul on purpose to accompany him?

us. We were just about to eat Miranda didn’t say anything, but luckily we hadn’t started yet.” Lionel casually put an arm

told you her mom likes purple, huh? They’re beautiful, but you don’t have to spend money like

tried to

it.” Lionel nodded repeatedly, with a look that seemed to say,

him. He was unsure what to say as Lionel enthusiastically guided him to the table and made sure he sat

later, my friend. I brought some peach wine I made last year. I tasted it a few days ago, and it’s great. You’ve got

of the words because his mind went blank the moment

Paul ever agreed to that? Hadn’t

and placed it beside Lionel while Miranda

said, “Grab two more

raised an

bold fruity taste. It’s really good. We should have a small

glanced at Paul, but he was already lost in

before we drink. Mimi’s

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Clapter 1037

the way, the papers you sent last