A Surprising Twist of Fates (Sierra and Theo)

Chater 24 Chapter 24 Encouragement

Theo's voice was steady and unyielding as he spoke, “Since you've made your choice, you must have the courage to face the consequences."

Sierra trembled slightly, biting her lip. "You're right, Uncle Theo. I don't have the right to ask Ms. Linden for forgiveness.

"I had hoped to apologize sincerely to her today. But I couldn't even lift my head to face her when I was there.

"I know she must be very disappointed in me. She probably won't forgive me, and she probably doesn't want to see me."

Her voice faltered as she looked up at the dark sky, fighting back the tears that threatened to spill.

Theo observed her quietly before responding, “How can you be so sure she won't forgive you? You haven't even tried.

“Retreating before your battle is like a turtle hiding in its shell, never seeing the world outside.”

wet and filled with helplessness. "But... Ms.

to learn piano?"

Sierra nodded firmly.

found the courage to start over, why not gather a little more to face your teacher and confront the person you

her mind. She looked at him, gratitude shining in her eyes. "Thank you, Uncle Theo. I understand now. I

to start over.

continues to teach me, I will keep learning piano because it's what I love. I want to rediscover who I used to be.” Theo didn't

else I'd like to ask for your help with,” Sierra

her intentions and said, "Aunt Jemima will be discharged from the hospital in a couple of days. Once she's out, I'll take you to visit her, but I won't speak on your behalf. It's up to

she was truly ready to move on from the

Uncle Theo. I won't cause you any

"Mm."

him for letting you take

teeth, but she didn't dwell on it. “Then, whenever you're free, I'd like to invite you to dinner to thank