A Surprising Twist of Fates (Sierra and Theo)

Chater 27 Chapter 27 Don't Dislike Him

Sierra asked Theo as they reached the car. The bouquet in her hands filled her with a sense of unease.

Theo turned to look at her, his dark eyes deep and complex. Sierra quickly glanced away, unable to meet his gaze. It felt like his eyes were pulling her into a bottomless pit.

“Are you worried about being misunderstood?” he asked, his gaze sharp and penetrating.

Sierra didn't know how to react to his question. “I'm afraid I might cause trouble for you, Uncle Theo."

“So it's not that you dislike me?” He took a step closer, asking softly. He towered over her, and she was completely engulfed in his shadow.

She looked up, his handsome face now just inches away. Her heart raced uncontrollably.

Sierra forced herself to stay calm. She shook her head and said, “No. I have nothing but respect for you, Uncle Theo."

with a mischievous spark. “Sierra, I don't like that

her, and for a moment, she couldn't find the words to respond. Theo's eyes never left her,

slightly when he saw

old at all,” Sierra

of starlight reflected in his eyes, and a small smile tugged at

dropping Sierra off, it began to drizzle. Theo glanced at the message on his phone, a shadow crossing

responded respectfully, then

while Benson sat stiffly on the other sofa. His head was lowered, and his posture was tense as if he

on Benson was serious,

beside Liam, her eyes full of worry. She parted her lips to speak but

and Liam shook his head

sharply tailored suit stepped into the room. The black umbrella he held shielded

as if shrouded in an endless shadow. Each step he took was measured and