A Surprising Twist of Fates (Sierra and Theo)

Benson had recklessly gotten Sophie pregnant and refused to take responsibility. Yet, he couldn't let go of his ex-girlfriend. Even now, with both of them married to other people, he still wouldn't stop bothering Sierra.

Today, at the manor, he shamelessly grabbed her, who, by all rights, should be addressed as his aunt. Moreover, he spoke in a way that could easily be misinterpreted. Did it never cross his mind how furious Edward would be if he saw

this?

And what if Sophie witnessed this scene and became so upset that it affected her pregnancy? Would Sierra end up being blamed for it?noveldrama

Benson didn't consider any of this. He only cared about his selfish desires-utterly reckless and irresponsible. Theo's disappointment in him grew even deeper.

Sierra's tense expression softened as she patted his strong arm with her other hand. "You couldn't have known he'd grab me like that."

Theo closed the first aid kit, set it on the nightstand, and pulled her into his arms, his eyes filled with concern. "Do you want to rest at home tomorrow or come to the office with me?"*

With Benson and Sophie at Gray Manor, he felt uneasy leaving her alone. One was impulsive and reckless, the other scheming-who knew what trouble they might stir up?

Sierra, too, felt awkward about facing Benson again, so she chose the latter.

The next morning, Theo took her with him when he left. Edward didn't object, pleased to see them so close.

Noticing Sierra was gone, Benson left without an excuse-or a goodbye to Sophie.

No one had to work on New Year's Eve. Everyone got up early and started bustling around. The three men took charge of putting up the decorations while Sierra and Janet helped out in the kitchen.

As for Sophie and Edward, one was pregnant, and the other was elderly. Everyone insisted they shouldn't exert themselves.

"Benson, lower on your side-it's too high.

"Yes, that's it, stick it there."

Liam directed his son until they finally got one side of the garlands with phrases up. When he turned around, he saw Theo had finished the other side and the banners.

"Theo, you're always so quick with everything," Liam commented with a laugh, patting Theo on the shoulder.

Benson, clearly displeased, silently competed with Theo, trying to outdo him at every task. Theo was happy to let him take on more work. Watching his son being played for a fool, Liam had a dark gaze.

In the kitchen, Janet had everyone running in circles. Then, seizing a quiet moment, she turned to Sierra. "Sierra, if Benson hadn't been so foolish, you could've been my daughter-in-law.

"Benson has never truly forgotten you. He agreed to stay at the manor this time only because he heard you'd be here. After all, you two were childhood sweethearts. Back then..."

As Sierra washed the vegetables, she listened to Janet reminisce, her mind clouded with doubt.

Back when Edward had pushed Benson to marry her, Janet had been the fiercest in opposition. She would rather strangle Sierra than let Benson marry a wife from an average family.

Now, suddenly, she was acting all friendly and encouraging. Was she really trying to reunite the two people who were already married to others?

Sierra shuddered and quickly dismissed the thought. Firmly, she answered, "Janet, Benson and I are over. I'm his aunt now. It's inappropriate to bring up the past, don't you think?"

Janet paused, then brushed her off. "Whether we talk about it or not, Theo already knows about you and Benson. Everyone in our circle knows how you used to go after Benson.

"I refuse to believe you've really let him go. You're just using another man to make him jealous-I get it.

"But let me warn you, Sierra-don't play too hard to get. If I'm giving you a way out, take it. Don't push your luck."

Sierra stopped what she was doing, straightened up, and looked at Janet with a complicated expression.