Semua Bab Mr. CEO, Your Ex-Wife Is Absolutely Killing It in the Research World!: Bab 431 - Bab 440

Miranda never liked attending routine department meetings, so while everyone else was focused, her mind was already on the technical handover she needed to handle with Jacob later.She did not react when Ben called her name. The department heads all turned to look at her. She was still jotting notes, completely unaware she was being addressed.Ben cleared his throat and raised his voice. “Miranda.”This time, she heard him.She looked up, suddenly aware that the entire room was staring at her. She froze for a second.Across the table, Felix’s lips curved almost imperceptibly.Ben jumped in to smooth things over. “Never mind. Miranda’s probably exhausted today. We will skip the summary.”Colin stepped in at that moment. “Mr. Zeller, Dr. Gordon is requesting an urgent video call.”Ben checked the time and nodded. “Alright, we will end the meeting here. Miranda, Brandon, and a few others stay. Everyone else is dismissed.”He then turned to Felix. “Mr. Gibson, would you like to re

The plane took off smoothly. Miranda spent the flight reading comics with Mia, while Brandon used the time to write code.Four hours later, the jet touched down at a military airfield surrounded by mountains. When the cabin door opened, Miranda stepped out with Mia and saw Mike waiting below the stairs in full uniform, holding a bouquet of flowers.“Welcome to the Ninth Military District,” he said with a smile, offering the bouquet to her.“Thank you,” Miranda replied, genuinely grateful.Mia peeked up at him, wide-eyed and a little nervous. “Uncle Mike?”Mike crouched down so he was eye level with her. “Mia, welcome to my territory.”His tone was warm and respectful, which seemed to calm her. She blinked at him and asked in a tiny voice, “This is your territory?”“That’s right,” he said with a soft laugh. “You can do anything you like here.”He stood and turned back to Miranda. “It must have been a long trip.”“It wasn’t bad,” Miranda said.“Come on. I’ll take you to your qu

Miranda had long grown used to Felix’s behavior. His arrogance, his certainty that he was always right. Six years of marriage had shown her exactly who he was.She turned her attention back to Mia, who was still chasing fireflies. Later that night, Mia wriggled happily under the covers until she finally fell asleep in Miranda’s arms, still clutching the glass jar that glowed faintly in the dark.Miranda kissed the top of Mia’s head and gently moved the jar aside. Exhaustion swept over her and she soon drifted off as well.By morning, they released the fireflies back into the grass. Miranda then took Mia to the dining hall, where Mike eventually joined them. He ate with them, walked them to the lab, and only left once he had finished giving a few last instructions.Still, Miranda could sense it. Whenever she walked past someone, she caught a flicker of knowing smiles. Mike’s warmth and attention were impossible not to notice, and it was clear people were forming their own assumption

Mike had already asked around in private. Felix’s visit had been scheduled in advance, but the timing was suspiciously perfect. Almost as if he had chosen to show up the moment Miranda arrived.“Could it be that he came here on purpose, because of her?” Mike wondered.“Uncle Mike, let’s go eat! I’m hungry,” Mia said.“Alright. Let’s go! I’ll take you and your mom out for something good.”The three of them had just stepped out of the lounge when they ran into Felix and Ben, who had just finished their meeting.The instant Felix saw them together, his gaze cooled.“Daddy!” Mia ran to him happily.Felix crouched down, scooping her into his arms. His eyes shifted to Mike. “Mr. Lloyd. It’s been a while.”Mike stayed calm as he extended his hand. “Mr. Gibson, welcome to the Ninth Military District.”The handshake looked polite enough on the surface.But Ben could feel the tension underneath. The two men were sizing each other up, and it made perfect sense. Mike clearly liked Felix’

“Yes, we need to head back to the city first.”“Did something happen at the company?” Miranda asked.“One of Mr. Gibson’s friends was admitted to the ICU. He needs to go back and check on her,” Ben explained. He had overheard Felix’s call earlier.There was only one person Felix would rush back for. It must be Xena. His concern for her was always so open, never hidden.“All right. You should go,” Miranda said with a nod.Just then, her phone rang. It was Felix. She answered, her voice cold. “What is it?”“I have to return to the city. Do you want me to take Mia back with me?” he asked.“That’s not necessary.” She hung up after three clipped words.“Mom, was that Dad? Is he coming back to play with me?”“Your dad has something to take care of in the city. We’re staying here a few more days.”“Oh! Good. I don’t want to leave yet. I want to stay and play here for a long time.” Mia wasn’t ready to go. There were fun things to do, tasty food to eat, and tiny insects she never saw