When fate plays its hand (Miranda)

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Chapter 1041

Chapter 1041

“Good night, Miranda,” Paul said.

“Goodbye, Dr. Jefferson.”

As Lionel reached the door, he saw the two exchanging friendly goodbyes.

Paul’s door was already open, though the lights were off. He turned to look at Lionel and said, “Mr. Sutton, get some rest.”

“Oh! You too!” Lionel quickly replied.

Afterward, Paul closed the door behind him..

Everything seemed just fine.

Lionel turned to Miranda. “Paul’s a good guy. He’s polite, well–mannered, and caring.”

“Really?” Her lips curved into a smile, though her voice remained steady and neutral, with no hint of giving anything away.

“What else did you expect?” He sounded defensive. “I don’t just call anyone a friend. You think I’d let some random person into my circle?”

only a few years older than me. He’s not exactly

chatted as they walked into

respect… The whole ‘elder‘ thing isn’t about age. Besides, he’s your professor.

thought to herself,

inside, asked, “What took you

“Just had a quick chat

hit

was just telling Mimi, Paul’s a good guy, and

was hard to read, full of depth. Upon closer inspection, there was even a hint of

the chessboard away. Leave it. Paul and

stared at him,

sun was blazing

sweating. By the time she finished her shower, Lionel

of her room, he called her over. “Mimi, perfect timing. I made

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“Okay,” she agreed immediately.

He added seasonings, made more pancakes, and garnished them with chopped scallions. It was all done in one

take them over, but be careful. They’re

took out the key, unlocked

door behind her and glanced across the hall at her house. She muttered, “Great. No one notices

straight for the bedroom. As she entered, she heard the sound of running water from the bathroom, but it