When fate plays its hand (Miranda)

Chapter 1042

The heat from Paul’s solid body pressed through the thin material of Miranda’s shirt. Even his breath felt warm- damp and clinging to her skin.

He said, “And that’s it.”

She clicked her tongue. “You really don’t hold back, do you?”

“I’m hugging my girlfriend. Why should I?”

“You’d only make a move when no one’s around. Try that in front of my parents and see what happens,” Miranda teased.

Paul cleared his throat. “…I’d rather not.”

She was pressed tightly against him, and the hot weather made her sweat. Still, he didn’t loosen his grip.

“Uh… can you loosen up a bit?” she asked.

“Hm?”

“It’s uncomfortable.”

Without a word, Paul quickly withdrew his arms as if being electrocuted. Then, he turned and grabbed his robe. He instinctively tied the sash while facing away from her. After a few deep breaths, he turned back around. “Sorry, I-

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asked me to bring some over,” Miranda cut him off as she walked

Paul followed

her chin slightly “It’s kind of like a pancake, but not exactly. We call them savory pancakes down south. My dad made it this morning. Want to try

from the kitchen

chin on her hand as she watched him.

not too spicy and tastes great.” Paul ate every bite and even finished all

should go back

“Mimi…”

turned to look

“I was tempted to kiss you, but I just had savory pancakes with garlic… Didn’t want to bomb you with

couldn’t help

I can’t kiss you, how about just a hug for

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“Go ahead. I’m

place, and

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a soft hum in

how long will your parents

a month,”

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it. What do they like? Any

my dad loves gardening and growing vegetables, and my mom…” She

go of her. “I’ll see you