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.

a small gift box hidden under her pillow. When

Theo sat on the bed, she mustered

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

for a few seconds before she was the first to break. Her

was surprised. The usually composed man couldn't hide his

a straight face, but her sincerity was evident. "I thought it would

it and saw the exquisite pair of cufflinks inside, his heart raced. His fingers

he pulled the nervous woman in front of him into his

kept in his heart. "Thank you for coming into my life. Thank you for agreeing to

him back and murmured softly,

form, a surge of emotion swept through him, and he bent down to

their softness. When she finally relaxed, he seized the moment, claiming her with a deep, commanding

His scorching, dominant presence made it hard for her to keep her eyes

slightly around her waist, pulling her even closer. Sierra felt