A Surprising Twist of Fates (Sierra and Theo) novel Chapter 221

Sierra lowered her gaze, her thick lashes casting soft shadows over her eyes. She bit her lip lightly, her slender fingers twisting the hem of her sweater unconsciously.

"I didn't look," she murmured, her voice barely audible.

Theo suddenly crouched in front of her, his deep, dark eyes locking onto hers without warning.

Sierra blinked, momentarily stunned. His gaze was warm, carrying a trace of amusement like scattered stardust.

"Why won't you look at me?" Theo teased, his low voice laced with mischief.

Sierra shifted, wanting to stand, but his hands pressed gently against her legs, his touch seeping warmth through the fabric. A shiver ran down her spine, a current of unfamiliar energy surging through her body.

Before she could react, his arm wrapped around her waist, pulling her in with just enough force to close the distance. She stumbled forward, now so close that her nose nearly brushed against his sharp, defined one.

As she was startled, the book in her hand slipped and dropped on the couch with a soft thud.

"Where are you trying to go?"

His voice was deep, slightly raspy, like velvet laced with danger—intoxicating and impossible to ignore.

The scent of cedarwood and aged sandalwood surrounded her, rich yet not overpowering. The golden embroidery on his cuff shimmered under the soft light, intertwining like delicate vines against the sheer fabric of his shirt.

Sierra's face burned, the blush spreading from her cheeks to her ears.

"Uncle Theo, you're too close," she whispered, her eyes darting around in panic, unable to meet his gaze.

Theo's eyes flickered downward, lingering on the soft curve of her lips. His gaze darkened, and he leaned in ever so slightly.

Sierra's heart pounded wildly.

The air between them grew thick, tension crackling like a live wire. But before he could get any closer, his phone rang, shattering the moment.

Theo's brows knitted together, a flicker of annoyance flashing across his face as he slowly pulled back.