When fate plays its hand

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Sam’s smile froze. He continued swiping left, and the next photo was the one he had just taken of the dinner table.

An idea came to his mind as he opened his social media and posted the photo with a simple caption, “Finally reunited.”

His post garnered numerous likes in just a short while. The comment section quickly turned lively as his followers bombarded him with questions.

“Is this a family dinner?”

“Sam, do you have a new love interest?”

“It’s rare to see a casual update on your social media. Finally, something other than endless financial news and market updates.”

“Sam, you’re always making big moves in secret.”

“I woke up to the world falling apart. Didn’t we agree on staying single for life? How come you’re introducing your girlfriend to the family now?”

“Tsk, tsk. Such a picture–perfect scene paired with a lovely caption… Are we wedding bells soon or what?”

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Sam scrolled through the comments and casually glanced through. Then, he suddenly paused when something caught his attention.

Inexplicably, he clicked on the photo and zoomed in. A partial view of Miranda’s face was visible in the top right corner of the photo.

Although only her chin and lips were shown, it was more than enough for his “detective” friends on social media to start speculating on his new love interest.

Frowning, Sam initially thought of explaining their relationship in the comments but ultimately he decided against it. After all, most of the comments were playful teasing. Over -explaining would just make things seem more suspicious.

Suddenly, a message popped up on his phone. It was from Jordan, his college friend and owner of the barbecue restaurant he had visited before. “Congratulations, dude! Best wishes. Next time you come for a meal, it will be on the house.”

Sam was at a loss for words. “Forget it. It isn’t worth replying anyway,” he thought.

Night fell, and the lights of the city began to glow.

Calvin invited Zach and Hansel to a gathering he had organized.

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Zach declined initially, saying, “I need to pick up Winter from work, so I’m not free.”

However, he called back five minutes later, “I’m free now. I’ll be there soon.”

Calvin was puzzled. “What happened?”

“Oh, Winter has to work overtime,” Zach explained. He paused before adding, “Let’s have fun all night.”

At that moment, Calvin was speechless.

Winter, Winter, Winter….

It must have felt great having a girlfriend, huh? Except she wasn’t even his real girlfriend.

Calvin joked, “You’re not actually catching feelings for her, are you?”

After two seconds of silence, a furious voice came from the other end, “Shut up! Why would I fall for a tigress like her? Do I look like I’ve lost my mind?”

Calvin chuckled. “Heh, I thought so too. Winter’s definitely not your type. Anyway, come to room 7029. Get here fast.”

Calvin and Hansel were already there when Zach arrived. “Hey, look who’s here! I called a few pretty ladies for you. They’re guaranteed to be your type,” Calvin said with a grin.

Zach frowned. “Who told you to make decisions for me?”

Calvin was stunned. “What? Say that again?”

Zach rolled his eyes. “Stop throwing random women my way. I’m very picky.”

“It’s not your first time here. You know the quality of women here, right?”

Zach snorted. “My standards have gone up. I don’t go for ordinary ladies now.” Calvin stared at him as if he had seen a ghost. “Whoa, whoa. This is a first for you!”

Zach didn’t explain further. Instead, he said, “Cancel them, whoever the ladies are. Also, make it clear that I’m not the one who invited them. Don’t go around spreading rumors that will damage my reputation.”

Calvin was taken aback. What reputation was Zach talking about?

Zach walked straight into the room and plopped down on the couch.

Soon, more familiar faces trickled in. They were other rich scions from the same circle. Although they weren’t close friends, they were friendly enough to share a table.

Zach soon joined the group who were engrossed in a game of cards. He didn’t spare a glance at the beautiful ladies trying to flirt with him.

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Calvin was even more shocked. Was Zach seriously not interested in women now?