Eighty five

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* The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. So take a step today! *

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Miranda stared at the sleeping Joseph with admiration in her eyes. Recalling all that happened in the past few hours and how patient and understanding he'd been through it all made her heart soar. Indeed, he was one in a million.

She noticed that her hair was tied up in a bun and her less damp eyes, she sighed realizing what he'd done.

Slowly, she detached herself from Joseph's embrace. She was about to stand up when he held her all a sudden. “ Where are you going? ” His voice was hoarse, as he'd just woken up.

“ I am going — ”

“ Geez! Does she have to get your permission to visit the bathroom now, Joseph? ” Evie , who had just woken up, interrupted Mira.

“ I — ” Joseph stared at Mira with an embarrassing smile.

“ Good morning, Evie! ”

“ Good morning, Mira. ” Evie rose up from the couch she had slept on as she walked towards Mira and embraced her. “ I hope you had a great night's re