His Knees, His Pleas, But Our Son's in Peace

Chapter 17

Sienna strode into the room, her heels clicking against the hardwood floor as she approached. "Nathan...," she called, her tone a mix of frustration and disbelief.

Nathan glanced up from his desk, his brow creasing. "What are you doing here?"

Sienna's lips tightened as she crossed her arms. "What am I doing

here? It's not because you haven't answered my calls for days, is it? People have been looking for you, Nathan. Urgent matters, and no one could find you. So, I had no choice but to come to your office."

Nathan sighed heavily, rubbing his temples as though trying to ward off an impending headache. He had indeed ignored her calls, and every time, he had done it right in front of of me. Each time, he'd cast a

furtive e glance my way, gauging my reaction.

"It's been... busy lately," Nathan finally muttered, his voice flat. "Tell

what, I'll have Reid accompany you for anything you need. Just call him if there's something urgent."

Sienna's eyes widened, her expression shifting from frustration to

hurt

about the event. If you don't show up, I'll be humiliated in front of everyone." Nathan hesitated. It was clear

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remained silent.

wasn't done. She noticed my untouched lunch

table and, with an air of smugness, walked

"Why aren't you eating, sis?" she asked, her voice

concern. "Still mad

for the cutlery. "I'm hungry," she said with a light, dismissive smile. "Mind if I eat this for you?" I narrowed my eyes at her. "Actually, yes, I do

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make me sick, I'll throw up all over

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line. "What do you mean by that?" she hissed, her voice now laced

Nathan, pouting like a spoiled child. "Nathan, I'm just hungry. I didn't

between the two of

thickened in the air.