บททั้งหมดของ Mr. CEO, Your Ex-Wife Is Absolutely Killing It in the Research World!: บทที่ 281 - บทที่ 290

At noon, Miranda arrived at the restaurant Leo had arranged right on time. Celine hadn’t been in the best of health lately and rarely made public appearances. Knowing she had come out despite her condition, Miranda treated the lunch with extra respect and care.“Ms. Stone,” Celine began gently, “I’ve always admired your work in the medical field. Although you’re currently conducting research in Dr. Lewis’s lab, our projects share the same direction.”“That’s true,” Miranda replied sincerely. “Science knows no borders, and since we’re both part of domestic research teams, we should support and learn from each other.”Celine smiled faintly and took a folder from her bag. “These are our lab’s latest data on an experimental cancer drug. I’d like you to take a look and share your thoughts.”Miranda paused for a moment, surprised by the trust behind such a gesture. She accepted the folder and opened it. Her eyes quickly skimmed over the complex molecular formulas and dense experimental d

Since it was Mike’s first time ever giving a gift to someone, turning it down would have felt unnecessarily cruel.On the other end of the line, he chuckled softly. “Alright. I’ll be taking some time off in February to visit family. We can meet up then.”“Sure. Take care,” Miranda replied.After hanging up, she carried the bouquet to her car, planning to pick up Mia. But just as she was about to start the engine, Leo called to say he would pick Mia up and bring her to the Moutin Hotel instead. Miranda agreed and headed straight there.When she arrived at the hotel entrance, a valet took her car while the front desk staff all greeted her warmly. “Good evening, Ms. Stone.”Miranda smiled and waved lightly before being escorted upstairs by the hotel manager to the sixth-floor private banquet hall. She inspected the setup and was pleased with every detail.Afterward, she went to her suite, where the makeup team from the boutique was already waiting. They helped her get ready for the

Miranda took a deep breath, trying to keep her voice light. “If you ever miss your dad, you can call him, sweetheart. I’m sure he’ll make time for you.”Mia nodded but then whispered, “I just wish Daddy would spend time with you too.”Miranda paused, surprised. Did Mia really think she was unhappy because Felix wasn’t there?In reality, the truth was the exact opposite. Leaving him was what finally allowed her to find herself again and feel truly happy for the first time in years.Miranda smiled softly and said, “I’m very happy. I have you with me, don’t I?”Mia tilted her little face up. “Really?”“Of course,” Miranda said with a warm smile.The car rolled quietly through the night, the glow of the streetlights gliding across the windows. Mia went back to playing with her toy, and Miranda caught her reflection in the rearview mirror, the corners of her lips curving gently.She had her career. She had Mia. That was enough. Everything else no longer mattered.When they got home

Samantha watched Felix’s figure disappear down the hallway, then turned toward the glass wall of the lab where Miranda was focused on her work. A quiet sigh escaped her.Inside, Miranda was instructing her team on adjusting the parameters when she noticed Samantha gesturing for her to come out. Handing her work over to Anne, she stepped into the corridor.“Miranda, there’s something I need to tell you,” Samantha said, leading her to the break area at the end of the hall.“Felix stopped by earlier. Before he left, he told me he wanted your research to move into clinical trials as soon as possible.”Miranda frowned slightly. “Why is he in such a hurry?”“I’m not sure,” Samantha admitted. “Do you think it’s possible?”Miranda thought for a moment and shook her head. “It’ll take time. At least another three months.”Samantha nodded. “Alright, I understand.”Just as Miranda was about to return to the lab, Samantha spoke again. “Miranda, if this project succeeds, have you ever though

Miranda smiled. “Of course I’d love to.”In the kitchen, Leo tied on an apron with practiced ease. His fingers moved confidently as he chopped vegetables. Miranda stood beside him rinsing greens, and they worked together in quiet rhythm.She hadn’t expected him to be such a good cook. Leo explained that he had learned while studying abroad. Back then, he could never get used to the local food, so he had taught himself to cook.Before long, dinner was ready. Vivian took a bite of steak and exclaimed, “Uncle Leo, this is better than any Michelin restaurant!”Miranda chuckled. “Then Mia and I are lucky tonight.”Leo glanced up at her. “If you like it, you’re welcome to come more often.”Miranda smiled faintly, unsure how to respond to the warmth in his tone. She turned away, pretending to tidy the dishes.Dinner was even more pleasant than she had expected. The two children chatted endlessly, filling the room with laughter. The atmosphere was light and comfortable.Afterward, Mira