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.”

filled with helplessness. "But... Ms. Linden is really

to learn

Sierra nodded firmly.

why not gather a little more to face your teacher and confront the person you

him, gratitude shining in her

to start over.

me, I will keep learning piano because it's what I love. I want to rediscover who I used to be.” Theo didn't speak, but he watched her eyes light up, a small, almost imperceptible smile tugging at the corners of his

to ask for your help with,”

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

see if she was truly ready to move on from the

worry, Uncle Theo.

"Mm."

you take care of me." Theo was dumbfounded. “He has

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