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.

a brief moment before gently pulling

who asks for my help, I'd do the same for them. If I gave you the wrong impression, I

eyes shattered, piece

Am I really that bad that you don't

with genuine sympathy, but his tone remained steady. "You're a great person, Felicia. But feelings aren't something that can

his voice was gentle-so gentle it only made the pain

that warmth

Sierra. I've noticed for a while now that you look at her with such emotion every

expression stiffened in

from guys. Even if she and Benson broke up, there will always be someone else waiting in line for her. She's just using you, Cayden. She's letting you help her with piano, making you get into fights for her. She's not

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

protested, but Cayden's patience had worn

on, if you need help, ask a teacher. I don't want any