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

she bowed deeply and hurriedly

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

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 there to be

you. I can't stand how fake she is!” Janice sneered, her words

your piano. You've been hanging around

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

hold anything against Sierra, but when I see her, I can't help but think about when

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

grew darker outside the hospital, and the streetlights flickered on. Sierra

full of tears, each drop sparkling like a pearl. She hesitated momentarily,

beside her.