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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bring some over,” Miranda

Paul

stopped by the table and tilted her chin slightly “It’s kind of like a pancake, but not exactly. We call them savory pancakes

a fork from the kitchen and then

across from him, resting her chin on her hand

really fresh. Even with the chili flakes, it’s not too spicy and tastes great.” Paul ate every bite and

I should

“Mimi…”

turned to look at

motion, Paul hugged her. His chin gently rested on her shoulder, and he whispered, “I was tempted to kiss you, but

help

continued, “Since I can’t kiss you, how

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ahead. I’m all

have the key to my place, and

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a soft hum in

how long will

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advanced program at Luridge College was a 30–day

they like? Any hints

gardening and growing vegetables, and

let go of her. “I’ll see you later