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."

away and unlocked her phone

It'll get cold,” Vera said, her voice now tinged

She glanced toward the living room, where William and Benson sat on the sofa, laughing and chatting.

unease

could take a step, Vera grabbed her hand again and gently pushed her

her in

my sake. Benson is here, and the past is behind you.

tumed serious. “Mom, what have you

daughter, but she was more afraid of William's anger and the harm it

is for your own good. Since you still care about Benson, why

suspicions only deepened at Vera's response. Ignoring Vera's attempts to stop

with me. I need to

that it can't be said here? It's windy outside-what

his eyes

windy outside, we can go upstairs." She glanced at Benson before turning and heading upstairs. William parted his lips to stop her again, but Benson had already followed Sierra upstairs. His expression

"Did you say

y something to her?"

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