Miranda turned, and Sam met her gaze with a frown."Mr. Cooper, I think I've troubled you again."He paused briefly, then gave her a faint smile. "I love being troubled by you."Miranda lowered her eyes. "But your love… I don't have much to offer in return. I can only thank you. Is it really worth i
On a cold winter evening, in an old neighborhood where the streets emptied after 9:00 pm and the street lights flickered on and off, Paul couldn't help but worry about Miranda's safety. So, whenever he had the chance, he'd make sure to go downstairs and wait for her.Though her return time wasn't fi
Mindy said, "Happy birthday, sweetheart! Your dad and I originally planned to visit you in Elgerson two days early to celebrate, but the publisher notified us at the last minute that 'Seven Days' is being reprinted again. "They sent over three huge boxes of title pages to sign. So, after discussing
"Here, let me put it on for you." Winter gently slid the bracelet onto Miranda's slender wrist, making her skin appear even more porcelain-like."I knew it! This style and color are just perfect for you!"Miranda looked down, admiring it more and more.Winter grinned. "You didn't think that was all,
After some time, Miranda and Paul's academic discussion finally came to an end, and Winter couldn't help but let out a long sigh of relief."Don't invite me to these academic meetups again. They're so dull..." she muttered, then raised her hand to signal the waiter to bring out the food. As expected
Miranda's lips curled into a self-mocking smile.Paul's breath hitched from this. For some reason, the slight smile at the corner of her lips gave him an inexplicable pang of unease. It was as if… he had missed something important.When they finally left the factory, the evening was setting in. The
Paul began, "Miranda, ever since we first met at the café, I—""Hmm? Dr. Jefferson, Miranda, why are you both standing here instead of going upstairs?" Their neighbor from the floor below, Valeria Law, walked into the building. She was carrying several bags and greeted them with a cheerful smile."T
Sam said, "Let me think about it. We'll talk when we meet.""Alright." Miranda ended the call. She then put on her down jacket, laced up her thick snow boots, grabbed her bag, and was ready to leave in under three minutes.After the minor cold, it seemed less chilly. However, the sun still hid behin
There was a street food market right outside the guesthouse. The five of them strolled from one end to the other. By the time they made their way back, the sun was setting. The sunset painted the sky a vibrant orange with wispy clouds drifting lazily around the warm glow. "It's getting dark. Shall
Santiago lowered his voice as well, copying her. "Emi, you just touched my hand…"Emilia was at a loss for words. Two days before departure, she had requested a change of team members from the college administration. But somehow, Santiago had caught wind of it in advance. Before the administration
After training ended, Miranda and her team had three days to rest. In three days, they would depart for Harbener. This year, the International Academic Exchange Conference was being held in Farden, Harbener. Experts and scholars from all fields around the world would gather there. On the departur
Their noses touched, their breaths intertwining. Naturally, their lips met as well. At first, Paul's kisses were gentle and warm, like the soft glow of the spring sun. But soon, it became more urgent, more demanding, as if he needed more of her. By the end, his kisses crashed over her like a fierc
"Hey, Dr. Quimby. They've already left. Why are you still staring?" Santiago asked.Emilia withdrew her gaze and retorted, "It's none of your business."Santiago wasn't offended at all and continued smiling. "What's so interesting about watching other people in love anyway? Experiencing it yourself
Madison immediately reached for the door of the cab. "Wait… Miranda hasn't gotten in yet!"Sebastian sighed helplessly. "Dr. Jefferson is here. Do you really think Miranda won't have a ride?""Oh!" Madison finally understood. She glanced out the window and, sure enough, there was a parked SUV behind
"By the way, how's your family?" Miranda suddenly asked.Emilia was completely caught off guard. After a long pause, she finally spoke. "How do you know?""I heard from the pea… I mean, Santiago."Emilia's grandmother had been hospitalized recently. Her father had passed away years ago from liver ci
That night, Emilia couldn't sleep. She tossed and turned in bed before finally giving up. She spent the entire night researching everything about Miranda, including her résumé, research direction, and thesis publications…By the time she finished, Emilia had no choice but to admit that Miranda was t
Miranda remarked, "Dr. Vain, do you have a cramp in your eyebrow?"Santiago smirked. "Mimi, you do this every time. Oh, I get it. You actually like this kind of banter, don't you?"Miranda mentally rolled her eyes. Paul was way better at this game.She replied, "I've said this many times before. Ple