"The things you've done have been posted online. Now, dozens of authors are joining forces to sue you! They already have more than enough evidence. If this goes to court, I can tell you clearly that we'll lose, without a doubt!" Winston scolded.Edith's eyes widened in shock. "H-How could this happe
After resolving Mindy's situation, Miranda flew back to Elgerson. The semester finals were coming up, and classes had ended, marking the official start of the reading period.Although she'd only been away for two days, it hadn't affected her coursework but had set back her lab work considerably. Mad
Miranda joked, "Ten thousand dollars to invest in all our lab projects, Jack? That's a bit of a bargain, don't you think?"Jack laughed. "I wouldn't dream of it! Just one project will be more than enough."With the offer made, Miranda accepted, though Jack had no idea that his casual gift would brin
Paul asked, "Had lunch yet?""Not yet. You?" Miranda asked in return."Funny, neither have I."They then exchanged glances, and a quiet understanding settled between them. …20 minutes later, Paul and Miranda were sitting in a barbecue restaurant.The meat sizzled on the grill, releasing its delici
Paul examined the figurine closely. It looked vaguely human, but even calling it a human shape was generous. There were no facial features, expressions, or details in the posture—nothing.He spoke plainly, "It's… a bit sloppy. I can't make it out."Looking around, he noticed that all the other clay
"Sorry!""My apologies—"Paul and Miranda both spoke at once and stepped back simultaneously. Their eyes met, and beyond the awkwardness, there was a hint of something else brewing.Miranda stammered, "You…"Paul began, "I…""Dr. Jefferson, maybe you should go first?" Miranda offered.Paul looked do
Trapper was instantly thrilled. Not only did he box up the figurine, but he also provided a gift bag. "Take care! Come again!"Trapper waved at Paul's departing figure, then turned back to the camera with a smug grin. "See? I told you guys I'm good at sculpting people. That guy loved it!""Gosh! Get
Paul thought for a moment. "The gray one."Miranda's eyes lit up—it was the same one she preferred!Paul signaled to the sales assistant. "I'll take this set. Please charge it to my card."As he changed back into his own clothes, Miranda pointed to his collar. "Here, it's not folded down."He tried
By force? Sam chuckled. "Well, that's if you actually managed to grab hold of it."Timothy retorted, "How would you know you can't if you haven't tried?""What? Are you going to pursue Aunt Minnie? Heh… First of all, there's no way you'll get past my grandparents."Timothy made no comment on that.
"No way… Are you a big shot? You even brought your bodyguards to get drunk at a bar?" "Who knows?" Sam retorted.…Sam asked his bodyguards to stand closer deliberately so that he could finally have some peace and quiet. He poured himself another drink, but unlike last night, he didn't chug it down
Now, Timothy and Mindy were no longer the childhood sweethearts they once were. Their lives had diverged, with separate marriages and entirely different paths."Do you remember when we were kids, the promises we made about what we wanted to be when we grew up?" Timothy was the first to break the sil
Timothy waved his hand dismissively. "No need, I'll serve myself…""Nonsense! We're all family here." Before Timothy could finish, Lionel had already added two heaping servings of ribs to his plate.Timothy froze, momentarily at a loss for words.Nelly smiled sweetly, but her gaze toward Timothy was
The moment seemed to pull Timothy back in time, to when they were just young adults in their 20s. Their world revolved solely around each other, yet held back by the unspoken.His heart stirred. He opened his mouth to speak, but before he could say anything, Mindy stood up and broke the spell. "I sh
Nelly's smile became slightly strained. "Is that so? Lionel is truly a family man…"As everyone enjoyed their meal, the doorbell suddenly rang. Sam put down his cutlery. "I'll get it," he said, heading to the entryway.A few seconds later, his surprised voice echoed through the house. "Dad? What are
Mindy only asked Miranda to contact Sam because the two of them already knew each other.Back when Lionel's wallet was stolen at the train station, Miranda had introduced Sam to them. She called him "Mr. Cooper" and explained that he was a friend. Later, Sam had even thoughtfully dropped them off at
Fortunately, for now, Fiona was satisfied with Lionel as a son-in-law. He was gentle, attentive, and thoughtful, with decent looks and a respectable height.Having graduated from Queenstone College and now working as a physics teacher at a prestigious high school, he might not be wealthy, but he was
"A family reunion is always a good thing," Aren said with a heartfelt sigh, while Lionel nodded immediately in agreement.It was then that Mindy realized she hadn't introduced Lionel to Nelly."This is my husband," she said."Hello," Nelly responded with a faint smile. "My brother-in-law certainly l