Chapter 75
Hannah was the niece of her godmom, and she had developed quite the admiration for Miranda after witnessing Miranda’s impressive capabilities a few times.
She didn’t just add Miranda as a friend on social media; she frequently checked in, sharing snippets of her daily life. Although Hannah was a few months younger than Miranda, she sweetly called her “Sis” every chance she got.
Hannah’s voice rang out with frustration. “It’s not just me who got bullied, even my brother did!”
After sending that voice message, Hannah immediately shared her location. Miranda glanced at the address and turned the steering wheel, heading towards the location.
The shooting range.
In the world of high–end leisure activities favored by the elite, shooting was both the most exclusive and expensive, resulting in fewer participants. The establishment of these clubs and ranges was subject to strict regulations.
Zephra had only one shooting range, and there were fewer than five across the entire country. Virell alone accounted for two.
For regular members, the range did not provide live ammunition. Only those at the pinnacle of the social pyramid, scions of military and political families or the elite circles of Zephra, had access to live ammo.
However, in recent years, almost all members used blanks – except for Sebastian.
Ever since Sebastian joined Zephra, he was the sole member permitted to train with live ammunition.
For the wealthy young men frequenting the range, adding stakes and competing was a common pastime.
The Lancasters were club members, and they were there for practice that day. However, they hadn’t expected Theo to be present as well.
Knowing that Theo had past grievances with Miranda, the Lancasters didn’t hold back, and a verbal clash
ensued.
Theo retorted coldly, “Here, it’s skill that speaks. If you lack it, keep your mouth shut.”
Hannah wasn’t convinced. “What skill do you have? You’re just two points ahead of my brother. If you’re so skilled, why bring in backup?”
Caius Lancaster tugged at Hannah, urging her to hold her tongue.
Arabella crossed her arms and smirked, “My brother is just better than yours, so what? If you’re upset, tough
luck.”
Theo chimed in with a grin, “Alistair is my soon–to–be brother–in–law, so he doesn’t count as backup, does he? Now that you’ve lost, there’s a penalty. Do I need to remind you of what it entails?”
Arabella was enjoying the scene, even though she hadn’t spotted Sebastian; seeing the Lancasters getting a talking–to made her day better.
What did the Lancaster family amount to anyway? With her brother around, they were still a notch below.
Arabella’s unabashed admiration brought a fond smile to Alistair’s face, momentarily dispelling his recent frustrations from his biological parents‘ pestering.
Theo was cocky. “What’s wrong? Lost and can’t accept it? Didn’t you say whoever loses has to bark like a dog?” “Then let’s have another round, and we’ll up the stakes,” came a cool, clear female voice.
Everyone turned to see who had spoken.
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Chapter 75
“Miranda?” Theo’s face dropped the moment he spotted her, looking as if he’d tasted something foul. The memory of Miranda’s last encounter with him still lingered, his head throbbing at the thought.
“Mira!” Hannah rushed over to Miranda, her face alight with excitement. “You really came!”
Caius, unaware Miranda was coming, whispered to Hannah, “Why’d you bring Miranda into this?”
Hannah pouted. “I was just telling Mira what’s up. Mira asked me to send the location, so I did.”
Being younger, Hannah idolized Miranda even more.
Caius, on the other hand, wanted to avoid troubling Miranda and didn’t wish to drag her into the matter. After all, Miranda was the Lancaster family’s benefactor and now his sister too.
Alistair’s expression shifted slightly upon seeing Miranda. “Miranda.”
Arabella clung to Alistair instantly, feigning fear as she leaned closer to him. “Alistair, Miranda won’t hit me, will she?”
Alistair glanced at his sister, who clung to his side in fear, and then looked back at Miranda, who stood with poise and confidence. For the first time, he felt that Arabella wasn’t as composed as he once thought.
In the past, Alistair wouldn’t have felt this way. But now, with his blood–related sister Miranda shining so brightly, he couldn’t help but draw comparisons. Just like how they used to subconsciously compare Miranda to Arabella and look down on her.
Alistair was the first Miranda had seen upon her release and the first she had scolded. He was also the one who had sent her to prison. Thus, he believed himself to be the brother most often getting in touch and familiar with Miranda.
Though Theo still bore the scars of their last encounter, he couldn’t help but steal glances at Miranda. She was visibly growing more beautiful, her skin glowing. It was undeniable.
Arabella, of course, noticed this too, her jealousy eating away at her. She couldn’t comprehend how Miranda could emerge from two years behind bars looking almost transformed. Had Miranda undergone plastic surgery in prison?
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