A Surprising Twist of Fates (Sierra and Theo) novel Chapter 3

For as long as Benson could remember, Sierra had clung to him like glue, constantly meddling in his business. It was obvious that she adored him, but she always put on that aloof front, pretending she didn't care.

Her life was a quiet routine of reading, blending perfumes, playing the piano, and cooking—so dull, so lifeless.

Being around her felt suffocating like all the fun had been drained from his world. The only saving grace? She was obedient. There was no way she'd go through with breaking up.

She was just angry. Sierra had been mad at him before, plenty of times. He'd give her a small gift, toss out a few sweet words, and soon enough, she'd come running back to him with that same silly devotion.

"Just watch. Once this blows over, I'll send her a quick text. Next thing you know, she'll be at my place making me that special hangover remedy of hers. Women—you can't spoil them too much."

He spoke with utter confidence, certain she would never leave him. His self-satisfaction brought a lazy smirk to his lips.

"Damn, Benson! You've got your girl wrapped around your finger!"

"Honestly, I'm jealous. Even my housekeeper isn't as attentive as she is!"

Benson chuckled, draping an arm around Sophie's waist. "I'm in a good mood tonight. After we finish the cake, we'll head out for more fun. Tonight's on me—whatever you want."

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Sierra stumbled out of the hotel, the blood from her wound had soaked through half of her white dress, and the sight of it drew curious glances from passersby.

Their expression was full of ridicule as if they were watching a clown staggering through the streets. Tears spilled down her cheeks uncontrollably, and all she wanted was to disappear.

So distracted was she by her anguish that she didn't even notice the man stepping into her path until she collided headfirst into his chest.

"Mr. Gray!"

Adrian Cole, trailing closely behind, jumped in alarm. He quickly stepped forward, ready to pull away the woman who had just stumbled into his boss, Theo Gray.

His immediate assumption was the usual—a shameless attempt by yet another woman to throw herself at Theo.

But before Adrian could intervene, the woman staggered back on her own and collapsed to the ground. He blinked, momentarily thrown off. Was this some kind of scam?

"Hey! Don't even think about faking a fall here! You were the one who ran into Mr. Gray!" Adrian snapped.

Theo's sharp gaze shifted downward, immediately catching the smear of blood now staining his shirt where the woman had collided with him. His brows drew together in a slight frown.