A Surprising Twist of Fates (Sierra and Theo)

Chapter 354 Letting Things Happen in Due Time

Janet's expression darkened slightly as she rolled her eyes at Sierra. "Such a suck-up. Always trying to please Edward."

Sophie overheard her, and a flash of agreement crossed her eyes. She looked up and asked, "Aunt Sierra, did you only buy clothes for Mr. Gray Senior?"

When Sierra looked over, she showed a look of disappointment. "I thought we'd get something too."

Sierra caught the hint of insinuation in her words and felt a flicker of irritation. "What's their problem today?" she wondered. "Are they deliberately trying to make things difficult for her?"

"If you want something, ask Benson," she replied coolly. "I may be your aunt, but I'm not obligated to buy you gifts."

Sophie's face flushed red. She wanted to snap back but couldn't find the right words. To make matters worse, Benson kept sneaking glances at Sierra, which only made her stomach churn with anger.

They stayed with Edward until 11:00 pm, sharing a meal of ravioli before retiring to their rooms.

pajamas and lay in bed, nervously clutching a small gift box hidden under her pillow. When

on the bed, she

stir within him. He set aside the towel he'd been using to

was the first to break. Her voice trembled slightly. "I...Actually, I got you a

usually composed man couldn't hide his anticipation. "What

box, trying to keep a straight face, but her sincerity was evident. "I thought it

inside, his heart raced. His fingers traced the cool blue sapphire as he

he pulled the nervous woman in front of him into his arms and whispered

coming into my life. Thank you for agreeing to marry me. Thank you...

murmured softly, "Happy New Year,

As he gazed at her gentle, pliant form, a surge of emotion swept through him, and

didn't just brush past her lips-he lingered, savoring their softness. When she

pressed against her petite body. His scorching, dominant presence made it hard for her to keep her eyes open. Her hands, resting on his shoulders, grew weaker,

Sierra felt Theo's desire and jolted back to awareness, weakly patting his firm back