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

Paul followed

her chin slightly “It’s kind of like a pancake, but not exactly.

grabbed a fork from the

from him, resting her chin on her hand as she watched him. “How is

fresh. Even with the chili flakes, it’s not too spicy and

should

“Mimi…”

turned to

her. His chin gently rested on her shoulder, and he whispered, “I was tempted to kiss you, but I just had savory pancakes

couldn’t help but

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

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ahead. I’m all

the key to my place, and you’re welcome to drop by

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a soft

long will your

a month,” she

program at Luridge College

it. What do they like? Any hints so I can prepare?”

and growing vegetables, and my mom…”

let go of her. “I’ll see you