Chapter 45

When I came back inside, I noticed the living room cleaned up. It looked like Miranda already tidied up everything while I was out with my teacher and Oddette.

Upon closing the distance between the two of us, a smile automatically crossed my lips.

She was sitting on the couch, watching television.

"Where's Alfred?" I asked upon sitting beside her.

"He's upstairs, "she answered.

"Thanks for the surprise." I told her after we hugged each other.

"Come on, don't mention it. I'm glad that you like it." Miranda responded, coaxing me. "Are you not going to sleep yet?" she added, switching the topic.

I stared at her gaping...