His voice trembled slightly. "Who does Seraphina think she is? Does she really think she's invincible just because she has a little bit of intellect? I've heard that patent is somewhat famous in the industry, but it's nothing extraordinary. Don't worry, Sienna. Leave this to me. Why bother learning it? I'll just bring the whole thing right to you."
Gripping her phone, Sienna's lips curled up in triumph. "Lucas, are you really willing to help me? I don't want to make things difficult for you..."
"It's not difficult! Not at all!"
Lucas's voice rose higher. "Your problems are my problems. I always thought Seraphina had a wicked streak. She kept to herself back in college, but I never imagined she'd stoop to hurting her own family."
Sienna poured on the gratitude and frailty. "Lucas, you're so good to me..."
His reply was rushed and eager. "Of course I am!"
"Sienna, did you know that every time I faced a hardship, I would think of your gentle smile? I..."
His voice suddenly dropped, thick with nerves.
"I know it might not be the right time to say this, but... I've always liked you. Ever since the day you paid for my mom's medical bills, I've had feelings for you."
Clenching the phone, Sienna's smile stiffened.
Obviously, she knew he was obsessed with her.
But hearing him actually say it still grossed her out.
A broke, nobody researcher daring to confess to her?
However...
Her eyes darted thoughtfully.
This was perfect.
The harder he fell for her, the easier he was to manipulate.
Her voice took on a shy, hesitant lilt. "Lucas..."
"I really don't want to talk about this right now. My reputation is in ruins, and I..."
He hurriedly interrupted, his tone dripping with heartache. "I know. I understand."
Sienna offered a soft hum. "Thank you, Lucas."
After hanging up, a sinister grin spread across her face.
A pathetic simp was always a pathetic simp.
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