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Chapter 371

Miranda caught the meaning behind Xena’s words but didn’t bother to argue.Xena, expecting a reaction, waited for Miranda to snap back. When she didn’t, the silence stretched on until Xena bit her lip in frustration.Just then, a staff member approached and announced, “The award ceremony is about to begin. All recipients, please take your assigned seats.”Xena shot Miranda one last look, unable to understand how she always seemed to attract attention so effortlessly. Even Mayor Lloyd had just spoken to her with genuine warmth.The ceremony began, and the host introduced each awardee in turn. When Miranda’s name was announced, a short video played on the big screen, highlighting her team’s breakthrough in medical research. The hall erupted in applause.“Ms. Stone’s contributions in biomedical science have brought hope to countless patients. She is not only a brilliant researcher but also a true role model for women in the modern era. Please welcome Ms. Miranda Stone to the stage,”

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Moments later, Miranda was shown into an office. A few minutes passed before Mayor Lloyd entered with his usual warm smile.“Miranda, glad you’re here. Don’t be nervous. There’s someone who would like to meet you,” he said kindly.Miranda blinked in surprise, wondering who else would want to meet her.“Mayor Lloyd, may I ask who it is?” she asked curiously.“You’ll see. Come with me.”He led her down the corridor to a large conference room. When the door opened, Miranda froze for a moment. Sitting inside was a distinguished older man. He was none other than the Secretary of State, Mike’s father.A wave of tension rushed through her. She hadn’t expected someone of his stature to want to see her. Gathering herself quickly, she greeted him respectfully. “Good afternoon, Mr. Lloyd.”Mike’s father, Justin Lloyd, set down his coffee cup and gave her a kind smile. “Please have a seat, Ms. Stone. There’s no need to be nervous.”Mayor Lloyd let out a small laugh. “Justin, this is Mirand

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Miranda smiled politely. “Sorry to keep you waiting.”“It’s fine,” Leo said with a curious look. “What did Mayor Lloyd want to see you about?”She hesitated. “He introduced me to someone important. We talked a bit about work.”Seeing that she didn’t want to elaborate, Leo didn’t press further. “Did you drive? I can take you home.”“Thanks, but I brought my own car,” Miranda replied gently. She gave him a grateful look. “And thank you for the flowers.”Leo smiled, his gaze warm. “You’re welcome.” He paused for a moment, as if he wanted to say something more, then simply added, “I’ll get going. Call me if you need anything.”Miranda nodded and watched him leave.Once she was in her car, she pulled out her phone and sent Mike a message. “Do you have a moment? I’d like to talk.”“Sure, what’s up?” he replied almost instantly.Miranda blinked in surprise. “That fast? Isn’t he supposed to be busy right now?” she wondered.“I met your uncle and your father today,” she texted.“What

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Miranda’s expression made it clear she wasn’t interested. “I already have plans tonight,” she said.“Grandma hasn’t been feeling well lately,” Felix replied quietly. “She’s been asking about you.”At the mention of Mrs. Gibson Sr., Miranda’s resolve wavered. From the first time they met, she had felt genuine warmth from Mrs. Gibson Sr. Her own grandparents had passed away when she was very young, and Mrs. Gibson Sr. had filled that space in her life with kindness and affection.Still, thinking about everything that had happened recently, Miranda steadied herself. “Another day,” she said softly. “I’ll visit her soon.”Felix didn’t press further.Just then, Miranda’s phone rang. When she saw the caller ID, she froze. It was Mrs. Gibson Sr. herself.Felix’s gaze flicked toward the phone. “I’ll get Mia,” he said, heading toward the preschool.Miranda sighed and answered. “Hello, Grandma.”“Sweetheart, I heard you were named one of the city’s top ten outstanding women. That’s wonder

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Miranda glanced at the time. “It’s getting late, Grandma. I should take Mia home.”Mrs. Gibson Sr. smiled and patted her hand. “Don’t rush off yet. I have something for you.” She reached for a beautifully carved wooden box beside her. “This is a bracelet I picked out especially for you,” Mrs. Gibson Sr. said warmly as she opened the box.Inside was a delicate lavender gemstone bracelet that looked like it came straight from a luxury jeweler.Miranda hesitated, startled. “Grandma, it’s beautiful, but I really can’t accept this.”“Take it,” Mrs. Gibson Sr. insisted gently. “It’s not that extravagant. Look at you. Your hands are bare, not even a simple ring.”Miranda carefully placed the bracelet back on the table, handling it as if it were something precious. “I really can’t. My work doesn’t allow me to wear jewelry. I spend most of my time in the lab, and it would just get in the way.”She placed the box back where it was and stood. “But thank you for thinking of me. I should go

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Felix glanced around the room. The place was packed with Xena’s friends from the industry, and a congratulatory cake sat in the center of the table. It was clearly a party celebrating her recent award.“Felix, I’m sorry! I didn’t mean to,” Sienna said, her face flushing red. She had only wanted to make a harmless joke, never expecting Felix to get so worried.Xena looked at the upset Sienna and turned to Felix, her tone gentle. “Felix, don’t be hard on her. She really didn’t mean any harm. She just didn’t know how much you care about me.”The guests around them exchanged knowing looks. From the way Felix had burst into the room just moments ago, anyone could tell how much he cared about Xena.Felix’s phone started to ring. He glanced at the screen, then looked at Sienna. “Don’t let this happen again,” he said calmly before walking out to take the call.Sienna’s eyes turned red. She leaned against Xena, looking both guilty and wronged. Xena was irritated that she had lied, but deep

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Later that evening, Xena posted a photo of the bracelet on her social feed.“Thank you for the gift. I love it!”She didn’t name anyone, but everyone in her circle knew who she was referring to. The comments quickly flooded in.“Wow, lavender gemstone! Is someone making things official?”“Congratulations, Xena! Looks like something big is coming.”“Whoever gave that to you has taste and money. That bracelet’s easily worth seven figures.”Reading the string of comments, Xena smiled with satisfaction. After feeling overshadowed by Miranda lately, it felt good to be the one in the spotlight again.That night, after Miranda tucked Mia into bed, she headed to her study to finish some paperwork. Her phone buzzed with a message from Sophie.“Miranda, did you see Xena’s post? She just showed off a gemstone bracelet worth over a million.”A screenshot followed.Miranda stared at the photo, frozen for a moment. It was the same lavender bracelet Mrs. Gibson Sr. had tried to give her at

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Miranda had just gotten into her car when Felix walked over.“Are you free this afternoon?” he asked.She frowned. “No.”“It’s business,” he said evenly.“What kind of business?”“You haven’t reported your lab progress in two weeks,” Felix replied. “I’ll be at your lab at two.”Without waiting for her response, he turned and got back into his car, starting the engine before driving off.At the lab cafeteria, Miranda sat with Samantha for lunch. Between bites, they discussed research directions and new approaches for the project. Eventually, the conversation shifted to Miranda’s father.“Eugene was a man completely devoted to his work,” Samantha said softly.Miranda nodded with a faint smile, her heart tightening a little. Her father had always been strict, full of expectations, determined to shape her into someone like him. When she had chosen marriage over career, he must have been deeply disappointed.If he could see her now, she wondered, would he finally be proud?“Memor

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Felix left the conference room and strode toward the elevators. He told Gavin to pull the hotel’s security footage. Within minutes, they located the taxi he had taken the night before.Felix got into his car and called the driver. After he briefly explained the situation, the man hesitated before replying, “Didn’t I already give that gift box to your sister?”Felix’s brow furrowed. “When?”“About five minutes after you got out,” the driver said. “I brought it back to the hotel. A young woman said she was your sister. I even took a photo, just in case.”He sent the picture over, and sure enough, it was Sienna. Felix exhaled sharply. “Thank you,” he said before hanging up.He immediately called Sienna.“Hey, Felix,” she answered, her voice nervous. She still felt guilty for lying to him the night before.“Did a driver bring you a gift box last night?” Felix asked evenly. “Where’s the bracelet that was inside?”“The bracelet? You mean the lavender one?” Sienna said, confused. “Was

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Miranda had just finished writing her experiment report for the day and was getting ready to leave. She took off her lab coat and hung it on the rack when she heard a voice outside her office.“Miss, can I help you?” her assistant asked.“I’m looking for Miranda Stone,” came a familiar, melodic voice.Miranda’s expression instantly hardened. That voice belonged to Xena.A few seconds later, Xena walked in wearing heels that clicked sharply against the floor. Her makeup was flawless, but the tension in her face gave her away.She stared at Miranda for a moment, then took off the bracelet she was wearing and held it out. “I’m just returning this to its rightful owner.”Miranda froze. It was the same lavender bracelet Xena had flaunted on social media the night before.“That’s not mine,” Miranda said coolly. “You must be mistaken.”“I heard from Sienna that it was originally meant for you,” Xena replied, her smile tightening. “I wouldn’t want to take what belongs to someone else.”

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