Nathalie was completely taken aback. Miranda, who always held herself in such high esteem, was actually apologizing to her. It was like seeing pigs fly.
Miranda had lowered herself to say sorry, and with Nathalie's soft heart, she was almost ready to forgive her on the spot.
But just as she was about to reassure her, Nathan stepped in with a firm voice, "You're just apologizing to Nathalie because you want something from her. Nathalie won't accept your apology. It's time for you to go."
Tears streamed down Miranda's face. "No, it's not like that. I've truly realized my mistakes. These past days have been a wake-up call, living like a beggar and experiencing the world's harshness. It made me understand what Nel went through. I was so cruel to her, and I mean it when I say I'm sorry."
Nathan shot back, "Ever heard of 'too little, too late'? That's what this is."
Miranda covered her face and cried.
Nathalie felt that since Miranda was older and was apologizing so humbly, she ought to be forgiving and generous.
Nathalie said, "Alright, what do you want from me? As long as it's not too much, I'll try to help."
Miranda replied, "These past days, I've been reflecting on your childhood. You were smart, adorable, hardworking, and kind, always listening to me. Those were probably the happiest days of my life. Nathalie, I have a request. My days are numbered, and I wish to live with you again."
Nathan was vehemently against it. "I don't agree. You were happy, sure, but your happiness came at Nathalie's expense."
Miranda looked crushed. But knowing Nathalie's soft spot, she pleaded, "Nel, I don't have much time left. I just want to relive the time we shared..."
Nathalie was quiet for a long while.
Then she suddenly looked up and said, "I can take you in."
Miranda's face lit up with joy.
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