When Love Turns Cold

The shop owner could tell right off that Miranda was from Hebrania. Upon recognizing a fellow countrywoman, her attitude brightened considerably.

“You’ve got a keen eye, young lady,” she said. “I handcrafted all these sculptures myself. They’d be perfect for tak back home as gifts.”

Miranda smiled. After inquiring about the price, she said, “Alright, wrap them up for me, please.”

“Sure thing!” The owner replied cheerfully as she packed the items and tucked a postcard into the bag. “If you have thoughts you can’t speak aloud, just jot them down here.”

Miranda pursed her lips, considering it needless since she had nothing left unsaid. Yet, refusing a gift seemed impolite.

After showering back at her place, Miranda spotted the gift bag on the table. She walked over and pulled out the postcard, which showcased Marvedis‘ most stunning seascape.

She tossed it back on the table. It was of no use to her, after all.

The next morning, Sam showed up at the restaurant right on time, but after looking around, he didn’t spot Miranda. Only Winter was there, eating breakfast by herself. There was just one glass and a plate of salad on her table.

“Morning, Mr. Cooper!” Winter greeted him cheerfully. “I saw you pacing around and glancing my way. Were you looking to join me for breakfast?

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longer. Winter put down her fork, her smile disappearing as she sat up straight and asked, “What are your intentions with Mimi? If I remember right, you and Hansel are tight, almost like brothers.”

“A gentleman pursues a fair lady. There are plenty of intentions, too many to mention, and some best kept under wraps,” Sam said

Winter fell quiet.

“And as for Hansel and me… We’ve had a rift ”

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Sam stayed silent, which pretty much confirmed it.

Winter couldn’t help but laugh. “Serves him right! Hansel’s been cruising for a bruising for a long time, and finally, there’s someone shameless. enough to knock him down a peg!”

Sam wondered if he’d heard her right Did Winter even have a clue

about manners?

After finishing her laugh, she downed the rest of her almond milk and wiped her mouth. “Alright, I get it. Well then, good luck with… winning the lady’s heart soon

“Thanks, I appreciate it.” Sam nodded slightly.

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“Hold on, you still haven’t told me where this lady is.”

Winter checked her watch. “She’s likely catching a flight about now.

Sam looked stunned

Winter was just as dumbfounded initially when Miranda shared her “plan

to head back home.

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