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?

softly, “Please take care of yourself, Ms. Linden. I won't disturb your rest now.

she bowed deeply

after he saw Sierra's tears falling as she passed by, while Jemima watched her retreating figure, her body tilting

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.

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

go practice your piano. You've been

I'll go back!" Janice grabbed

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

back and learn with you again, Aunt Jemima, would you give

and the streetlights flickered on. Sierra sat on a bench, tears falling

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

beside her.