A Surprising Twist of Fates (Sierra and Theo)

Chapter 213 A Rejected Confession

Her voice carried a hint of nervousness, and her eyes burned with emotion as she looked at him.

Cayden glanced down at the sachet she offered, his brows furrowing slightly. The look in Felicia's eyes made everything crystal clear. Without hesitation, he lifted his hand in refusal. "Felicia, I appreciate the thought, but I can't accept this. Thank you for your concern, though."

His tone was polite but firm. He turned, intending to leave.

Felicia's face fell, her smile fading instantly. Without thinking, she reached out and grabbed his hand. "Cayden, I like you."

The words she had kept hidden for so long finally spilled out. A flush spread across her cheeks.

"I've liked you for a long time. You're kind, patient, and always willing to help. You're warm, thoughtful, and honestly, you inspire me to be a better person. Cayden, I really, really like you. Can I be your girlfriend?"

Her voice trembled slightly, a mix of nervousness and anticipation. Her eyes shone with sincerity.

brief moment before gently pulling his hand away.

I only see you as a classmate. It's not just you anyone who asks for my help, I'd do

eyes shattered, piece by piece, as she

don't like me

"You're a great person, Felicia. But feelings aren't something

was gentle-so gentle it

couldn't that warmth belong to her

spoke softly. "I know, the one you like is Sierra. I've noticed for a while now that you look at her with such emotion

stiffened

someone else waiting in line for her. She's just using you, Cayden. She's letting

voice dropped, his expression darkening. "Who I like is my business. Helping

protested, but Cayden's patience

help, ask a