Chapter 0023
Realizing that Ransel had been silent, he initiated a conversation. I heard the Yvonnian food here is delicious. Theres a wide variety of dishes, and everything is authentic. Hans, is there anything you want to try?
Hansel was neutral about it. You go ahead and pick the dishes.
Ever since theyd left the jewelry store, Hansel had been fiddling with hist lighter. His mind was elsewhere.
He recalled how Miranda hadnt even spared him a glance and walked past him as though he were a stranger. That thought left a crease on his brow.
How dared she treat him like he was invisible? Besides, since shed moved from Winters place, why hadnt she returned to him? How long was she going to continue acting up?
His mind was in a jumble as he lit his cigarette. Then, he took a long puff.
Calvin decided on a pot roast, duck breast with blackberry sauce, pulled pork, and a mustorder seafood dish.
As the dishes were served, the air was filled with a delicious smell. Calvin was starving. The enticing aroma tempted him to dig in, so he took a bite. It was truly amazing.
Meanwhile, Hansel ate slowly and with much difficulty. He didnt seem happy even though he was enjoying such delectable food.
Hans, are you still thinking about what happened earlier? I think Miranda is still mad at you. Shell be alright after a while.
He remembered something and stopped eating momentarily. Besides, you broke up with her in front of us all that day. That mustve wounded her pride. She wont get over it so soon.
After a few days when her anger has subsided, try to appease her, and everything will be fine.
Hansel sulked. Who said Im thinking about her? Focus on your food.
Okay. Fine, Hansel could be stubborn for all Calvin cared!
Suddenly, Hansels phone vibrated. He opened the message, and a photo appeared on his screen. In it, a woman stood sideways, and the man before her was reaching out to her affectionately. He was about to touch her face.
The photos resolution was poor, and it was blurry. However, Hansel immediately recognized them bothit was Miranda and Micah!
His eyes turned frosty,
Seeing that, Calvins heart sank. Hans, whats wrong?
Hansel thrust his phone onto the table. With a cold expression, he demanded, And you said itd be fine after a while? I think shes showing a lot more. nerves!
To think shed get involved with Micah again!
Calvin blinked and glanced at the photo on the phone. Instantly, he winced.
Micah was too bold for his own good, acting on his desires. He knew Miranda was merely sulking, yet hed chosen to take advantage of the situation and fan the flames. The audacity!
Hansel scoffed. With a cold smirk, he remarked, Her taste in men is poorer now that shes left me. To think shed be interested in men like Micah.
Did she think it would bother him?
Miranda had no idea what was going on outside, and she couldnt care less. about it. Her current life revolved around her studies. It was mundane and monotonous, but her days were fulfilling and secure.
Every day, her routine involved going back and forth between her apartment and the library. When she wasnt studying, shed cook something nice for herself and share it with Paul since he was her neighbor and always stayed up late working.
Although her life was less comfortable compared to before, leaving that mansion had given her freedom.
Mimi, are you studying? Winter would call her every day without a miss.
Miranda hummed in acknowledgment. She got up and went to a corner. Lowering her tone, she tried to not disturb everyone else.
Its Friday. Should we have a meal together? Winter asked.
But-
No buts. Everyone needs rest. Will it hurt to take some time to relax? Besides, you have to know how to balance your studies and your leisure time. Dont end up being numb from studying.
Okay.
They agreed to meet at a Rynovian restaurant.