Chater 12 Sierra's expression changed slightly, her heart inexplicably speeding up. She averted her gaze from the man's burning stare, her eyes flickering uneasily.

Her hand burned beneath his touch, the heat almost scalding him. Could Theo actually like her?

"My father has always been fond of you. He specifically asked me to take good care of you."

The man spoke calmly. The "father" he mentioned was Grandpa Edward.

Upon hearing this, Sierra's ears turned slightly red. Remembering her wild thoughts just now, she wished she could crawl into a hole out of embarrassment. She must have let her anger at Benson cloud her judgment to think of something so absurd.

So that was the reason. It was because of Edward.

Edward and her grandfather had been close friends for years. Sierra had even stayed at the Gray residence for one month, where Edward had treated her with extraordinary kindness.

She let out a small breath of relief and said, "Thank you, Uncle Theo."

Theo took in her expression, a shadow briefly passing through his gaze. He released her hand and said in a low voice, "Let's go. I'll take you home."

can get back on my

you afraid of?" Theo suddenly leaned closer, his eyes narrowing slightly as he stared at

reminded herself that she was probably overthinking things. Since he was addressing himself as her elder, there was nothing to be

I'll have to trouble you then, Uncle Theo." She forced a calm tone, pulled open the door,

and

making her gasp in surprise. Theo's calm, cool voice sounded from

Her cheeks flushed as she stammered, "Sorry.

much?" Theo glanced

she always ended up looking clumsy in front

I'll hold your hand so you won't trip and hurt yourself again." He took her hand firmly, giving her no chance

but to follow his

elegance and a noble aloofness that made him seem

the warmth radiating from him surprised her. Theo wasn't as intimidating as she had thought.

to drive Sophie home when her comment made him pause. He immediately looked up and saw Sierra

followed behind

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