Chapter 54 Chapter 54 Doubt

Wera's eyes flickered briefly before she smiled and said, “Benson came over early this morning with gifts, wanting to reconcile with you, Sierra.

“He really cares about you. And he explained that the woman you misunderstood was just his assistant-he doesn't have any feelings for her so, don't stay upset with him anyone

Serra listened, but her delicate brows furrowed deeply. Something was wrong. Everything felt off. Messages? Benson had said she sent him messages last night!

A sudden realization hit her. She quickly let go of Vera's hand and pulled out her phone, ready to check her messages. But before she could unlock it, vera reached out and blocked her view.

sierra, don't look at your phone while eating-it's bad for your health," she said softly

But Sierra caught a glimpse of guilt in her expression, making her frown deepen.

"Mom, what are you afraid of?

"I'm not afraid of anything! I just want you to focus on your breakfast, Vera replied nervously.

"I'll eat later."

unlocked her phone but

eat your brealdast. It'll get cold,” Vera said, her voice now

toward the living room, where William and Benson sat

Sierra's unease

grabbed her hand again

at her in

please, just for my sake. Benson is here, and the past is behind you. Let's start

have you been

filled with guilt. She couldn't bring herself to lie to her daughter, but she was more afraid of William's anger and the

is for your own good. Since you still care

stop her, Sierra pushed her hand away and walked toward

me. I need to talk to you

said here? It's windy outside-what if Benson

but his eyes held a

private conversation too? If it's too windy outside, we can go upstairs." She glanced at Benson before turning and heading upstairs. William

"Did you say

y something to her?"

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