บททั้งหมดของ Mr. CEO, Your Ex-Wife Is Absolutely Killing It in the Research World!: บทที่ 491 - บทที่ 500

Sophie drove, which gave Miranda the chance to actually relax for a moment. About thirty minutes later, the car pulled into the parking lot of a golf club that looked more like a luxury auto showcase. High-end cars lined the entrance, and attendants came forward immediately to open their doors.A red carpet led straight to the main hall.Miranda and Sophie stepped into the charity venue. Miranda was about to quietly suggest that they find a discreet seat somewhere in the back, but that plan vanished the moment Mrs. Lloyd spotted them.“Miranda, Sophie.”Both of them immediately offered warm smiles and walked over to greet her. Mrs. Lloyd beamed and gestured graciously. “Come, I’ve saved seats for you.”They were in the first row.Miranda and Sophie exchanged a glance, slightly stunned. These were clearly seats reserved for VIPs. But since Mrs. Lloyd insisted, the two could only sit.They had barely settled in when several people entered through the doors. Miranda’s gaze sharpene

Xena let out a soft laugh. “It’s nothing. I just think it’s a shame the vase couldn’t be given to Mrs. Gibson Sr. It would have been meaningful.”“I’m definitely telling my grandmother about this,” Sienna said heatedly on the other end of the line. “She needs to see Miranda’s real face. The sweet, noble act only goes so far. She should know that the granddaughter-in-law she favors is a selfish fraud.” She paused, then added more gently, “But don’t let it get you down, Xena. My grandmother has seen more antiques in her life than most museums. Nothing shakes her.”Xena smirked. This was exactly what she wanted. She did not need to say a thing herself. Sienna would deliver the message for her, and the resentment would grow on its own.At that moment, Miranda was speaking with Mrs. Lloyd. Mrs. Lloyd gave her a grateful smile. “You really didn’t have to spend so much today.”But she knew Miranda’s true intention. It was not just about the vase. Miranda was giving a real donation. A me

Leo had barely reached them when Sophie grinned. “Mr. Lucas, you play golf?”Leo nodded with calm confidence. “I do.”“Perfect. Teach Miranda, please. She hasn’t managed to hit a single ball.” Sophie chirped.Miranda’s cheeks warmed. “Sophie!” Then she turned to Leo, surprised. “What are you doing here too?”Leo looked at her with a slight, knowing smile. “I just happened to be in the area and wanted to relax.”Sophie nearly burst out laughing. There was no way she believed that. But honestly, his timing was perfect.Leo glanced at Miranda’s grip. “You’ve never played before?”Miranda shook her head. “First time.”Leo was genuinely surprised. Felix was a strong golfer. After six years of marriage, Leo assumed Felix would have taken her out to the green at least occasionally.Across the field, Xena swung her club with an elegant arc. The ball shot forward in a perfect trajectory. She clearly wasn’t a beginner.Leo lowered his gaze from Xena’s direction. He turned back to Miran

Felix did not get a chance to respond. Hayden spoke first. “That was a good shot.”Miranda’s arm was starting to ache from all the swings. She rubbed her forearm, and Leo immediately asked, “Does it hurt? Are you sore?”She nodded. “Let’s head back.”“Sure,” Leo agreed without hesitation. It was obvious he had not come for golf in the first place.Miranda crouched down to tidy her bag, and Leo took it from her with one smooth motion. He carried it for her just like a considerate boyfriend would.The three of them had only taken a few steps when Felix suddenly spoke behind them. “We should head back too.”“What? But we just got here,” Xena protested with a small pout.“Felix probably has things to do. Why do I stay and play a few rounds with you?” Hayden offered.Xena immediately switched tones. “You know what, forget it. It’s too sunny anyway. Let’s just go back.”Felix glanced ahead instinctively. He saw Leo saying something to Miranda and Sophie that made both women laugh.

Leo did not push further. When he saw they were nearing the main road, he gently suggested, “Do you want to grab a coffee? It might help you unwind.”Miranda checked the time and shook her head. “I still have work to finish. Another time.”Leo nodded without pressing her.They drove down a tree-lined street, sunlight filtering through the leaves across the windshield. Leo glanced at Miranda. She was looking out the window, lost in thought.“What’s on your mind?” he asked quietly. He genuinely wanted to know what mattered to her, what she cared about.Miranda blinked out of her thoughts and gave a small smile. “Nothing. Just spacing out.”He dropped her off at her gate. Miranda turned back with a grateful smile. “Thanks.”Leo watched her walk inside, and a faint hint of disappointment crossed his expression.But soon a small smile returned. It had still been a good day. He got to spend time with her. He had taught her how to play golf. Even that brief closeness was enough to sat