A Surprising Twist of Fates (Sierra and Theo) novel Chapter 238

Nathan was repeatedly questioned and found it rather odd.

Theo and this woman clearly had an unusual relationship—how could she not know about this?

"Yes, Mr. Gray is allergic to sweet potatoes."

His gaze swept over the bowl in her hands, and he was instantly alarmed. "Sweet potato oatmeal?"

Sierra glanced at Theo with a complicated expression and nodded awkwardly.

Although the oatmeal wasn't very hot, the bowl suddenly felt scorching in her hands.

"No! Mr. Gray can't eat sweet potatoes!" Nathan declared firmly, then sighed in relief. "Good thing I noticed. If he had drunk that oatmeal, I would've had to come back even after leaving."

Sierra recalled the bowl of oatmeal she had given Theo at Jemima's house last time. He didn't seem to have any reaction after drinking it.

Even until they left, there was no rash or breathing difficulties.

Could Nathan be mistaken?

Feeling confused, Sierra spoke directly. "Last time, I gave him a bowl of sweet potato oatmeal, and he didn't seem to have any allergic reaction."

Nathan's eyes widened in shock, and he looked at her with a reproachful gaze. "So it was you who gave him sweet potatoes last time! No wonder…"

Theo had always been careful with his diet because of his allergy. He never touched food given by outsiders.

He had experienced very few allergic reactions over the years. An incident as severe as the last one was almost unheard of.

After hearing Nathan's tone, Sierra's expression changed instantly.

He explained, concerned for Theo's health. "Last time, Mr. Gray wasn't free of an allergic reaction—he was just enduring it in silence.

"On the way back, his throat was already swollen, and he had difficulty breathing.