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.

for a brief moment before gently pulling his

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

in Felicia's eyes shattered, piece by piece, as

you don't like me at

steady. "You're a great

was gentle-so gentle it only made the pain

that warmth belong to her

like is Sierra. I've noticed for a while now that you look at her

stiffened in

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

"Who I like is my business. Helping her is my choice. Don't talk about her like

making this up!" Felicia protested, but Cayden's

on, if you need help, ask a teacher.