A Surprising Twist of Fates (Sierra and Theo)

Chater 23 Chapter 23 Comfort

Jemima looked at Sierra, her gaze mixed with longing and frustration.

After a long pause, she spoke softly, "You may not have wronged me, but you've wronged yourself. It's been so long, and I'm not angry anymore. I'm glad you came to see me. I'm fine, really."

Tears welled up in Sierra's eyes.

Jemima's voice, which had hitherto always been warm and kind, now sounded distant and cold.

She was probably still angry with her. But Sierra couldn't bring herself to ask to return to school and to be taught by Jemima again.

She had hurt Jemima. What right did she have to seek forgiveness?

Sierra lowered her head and said softly, “Please take care of yourself, Ms. Linden. I won't disturb your rest now.

that, she bowed deeply

while Jemima watched her retreating figure, her body tilting slightly as she

be so bright, always smiling, full of confidence. What happened to her? Why is she so sorrowful now?” Her voice was full of compassion. "Mom, why do you care about her? She's fine. She's about to marry Theo's nephew. What's

just pretending to be pitiful in front of you. I can't stand how fake she is!” Janice sneered, her

If there's nothing else, go practice your piano. You've been hanging around me all day.” Jemima replied

I'll go back!" Janice grabbed her bag and stormed

when I see her, I can't help but think about when she

paused, then asked gently, “If she decided to come back and learn with you again, Aunt Jemima, would you give

outside the hospital, and the streetlights flickered on. Sierra sat on a

this scene as he stepped outside. His lips tightened, and he sat beside her, offering a tissue. Sierra looked up at him. Under the dim light, her eyes were full of tears, each drop sparkling like a pearl. She hesitated momentarily, took the tissue from his hand, and muttered a soft "thank you". However, Theo didn't say anything.

beside her.