More than a year ago, Miranda borrowed Paul's experimental physics lab, where she met Silas, Sandy, and the rest of the team. Over the course of a few months, they went from strangers to close colleagues and friends.One day, Silas noticed how unusually fast Miranda was processing the experimental d
"A breakup?" Miranda asked, surprised."You don't know?" Silas asked.She shook her head.Silas sat closer and lowered his voice as he prepared to share some juicy gossip. "When Paul got back from Moonville, two days barely passed before he fired Elizabeth," he began. The mention of this triggered
While Miranda stood frozen in a daze, Paul stepped closer. The usual warmth and refinement in his demeanor had disappeared and was replaced by an intensity she had never seen before.She hadn't yet processed what was happening and instinctively stepped back until her back hit the wall. In the next m
Miranda asked, "So, you were quietly mulling all this over in your head before saying anything?""Yeah," Paul replied."No wonder…" she muttered softly."What?" He didn't catch that.Miranda smiled and shook her head. "It's nothing. Doesn't matter anymore. Let's go."They held hands and walked towar
In the end, Paul reluctantly let go of Miranda's hand. He took the keys from her and opened the door. "Goodnight, Mimi," he said.The way he called her name caught her off guard. It sounded so smooth, as if he had said it a thousand times before."Goodnight, Dr. Jefferson. Don't stay up too late.,"
Before takeoff, Sawyer offered to use his frequent flyer miles to upgrade Miranda's seat, but she declined. He looked a bit disappointed but could only leave it at that."I switched seats with the person next to you," he said.After all, most people would take the chance to move from economy to busi
In the lab, Silas glanced at Paul for what felt like the hundredth time. Finally, he couldn't resist and walked over. "Paul, did you find some money lying around today?" He kept grinning as he sat on the lab bench.Paul paused his work. "Are the data reports done? When are you turning in the phase t
Miranda opened the passenger door and slid into the seat, fastening her seatbelt.The factory was about six miles away in an industrial park.Sawyer said, "That area is dedicated to high-tech industries, which is why many companies set up their tech collaboration projects there. "The thermosensitiv
Christine asked, "Oh, you're talking about Emilia Quimby?"Miranda echoed, "Emilia Quimby?""Yeah, she and Paul were in the Department of Biology together. I heard she was the campus belle back then."Miranda smiled and nodded. "She really was beautiful."Emilia's natural look was simple yet strikin
This wasn't quite like Paul's usual "make every second count" personality. But he said, "Getting to spend more time with my girlfriend is my idea of making every second count, and… I'm fine with that." With that, he left with a cheerful stride.At the lab, Miranda was the first to arrive. Sebastian
They decided to have Jovanian food for dinner. As soon as they sat down, Sandy tugged on Bryan's sleeve and whispered, "This place isn't cheap, right?"Bryan replied, "About 1500 per person."Sandy gasped. "Dr. Quinton really has guts.""I'd say Dr. Jefferson doesn't mind at all. He hasn't stopped
Miranda had no choice but to respond, "No.. It's not like that, Dr. Quinton…"Silas looked as though he had been struck by a heavy blow. His voice dropped to a whisper, "So… Did you do it voluntarily?""Yeah…" she murmured. Silas lamented once more, "Miranda, you're such a lovely young woman. You'd
The door to the break room was forcefully opened. The latter part of Silas' sentence was caught in his throat as he froze at the door, as still as a statue. He blinked hard, but the shocking scene before him remained unchanged. Miranda's slender waist was firmly encircled by Paul's strong arm, pul
Paul asked, "Did I hurt you?"Miranda said, "Are you crazy? We're in your lab!""So?""This is your workplace. Do you think we're at home?"How could he kiss her out of nowhere? What was he thinking?Paul's breathing was slightly heavy. "You're only half right.""What?""We're at the lab, but this i
The next day, Miranda arrived at the lab to find Sebastian and Madison already there. "Miranda!" the two of them excitedly called out to her."How's Mr. Hill doing? Is everything sorted out now?" she asked.Madison nodded. "Yes, it's all taken care of! Thanks to Seb—"Miranda glanced at the two of
Paul's eyes were like two liquid pools, dark and deep like an endless abyss. The desire that burned within them was like a lurking beast. "Goodnight, Dr. Jefferson," Miranda said. Taking a deep breath, Paul's hand lingered on her skin before finally withdrawing it with a gentle pinch on her slende
Meanwhile, in a quiet alley under the same night sky, Miranda couldn't stop herself from smiling as she put away her phone. Paul threw away his trash and walked over to join her. "What's making you so happy?" he asked."A social media post on my food."Paul said, "Whose is it?"Miranda unlocked her